How to travel from Kythira to Corfu, Greece
The distance between Kythira and Corfu is around 609km (379 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 10m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Kythira to Corfu by plane, ferry, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Corfu → Kythira if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Kythira (KIT) to Corfu (CFU).
- Duration2h 10m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost€150($150)
+ 1 othersFerry
Take a ferry to Peiraias and then to Corfu.
- Duration15h 10m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€115($115)
Multiple ferry operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Athens then take the train to Kalambaka then take a ferry to Corfu.
- Duration18h 20m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€95($95)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kythira and Corfu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Kythira to Corfu by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the train which costs around €95 ($95) and will take around 18h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €150 ($150).
The distance between Kythira and Corfu is around 609km (379 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 462km (287 miles)
It takes around 2h 10m to get from Kythira and Corfu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Kythira to Corfu is to fly which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €150 ($150).
The cheapest way to travel between Kythira and Corfu is to take a ferry and then take the train which will typically cost around €95 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Kythira and Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Kythira (KIT) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kythira and Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Kythira (KIT) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Kythira and Corfu. The ferry typically takes around 15h 10m and departs twice a week.
Kythera Island Buses and KTEL Kerkyras run the ferry services between Kythira and Corfu. Ferries run twice a week and take around 15h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Kythira and Corfu. Flights depart from Kythira (KIT) and arrive at Corfu (CFU) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Kythira to Corfu. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 10m (not including layover time).
The flight from Kythira to Corfu typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Kythira (KIT) and and arrive into Corfu (CFU).
The closest major airport to Corfu is Corfu International Airport (CFU) (CFU) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Corfu. Ioannina Airport (IOA) (IOA) and Aktion Airport (PVK) (PVK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Kythira to Corfu. We recommend that you fly from Kythira (KIT) to Corfu (CFU). instead which will take 2h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kythira to Corfu is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around €150 ($150).
Compare travel optionsbetween Kythira and Corfu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 2h 10m | €150($150) | hourly | 609km (379 miles) |
Ferry + 3 similar | 15h 10m | €115($115) | twice a week | 740km (460 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 12h 15m | €120($120) | once a week | 776km (482 miles) |
| Ferry to Piraeus, bus | 13h 40m | €150($150) | twice a week | 745km (463 miles) |
| Ferry to Athens, bus | 17h 25m | €125($125) | twice a week | 744km (462 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 18h 20m | €95($95) | twice a week | 848km (527 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Kythira and Corfu
Ferry operators
Lane Sea Lines
KTEL Kerkyras
Kerkyra Lines
Kerkyra Seaways
Train operators
Bus companies
KTEL Achaias
KTEL Messinias
KTEL Korinthias
KTEL Thesprotias
Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Airports near Corfu
The following major airports near Corfu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Corfu International Airport (CFU)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Corfu
Ioannina Airport (IOA)
- Distance
- 84km (52 miles) from Corfu
Aktion Airport (PVK)
- Distance
- 107km (67 miles) from Corfu