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How to get from Corfu to Paxos
Paxos has no airport, so you go by sea. Fast passenger boats from Corfu town's new port reach Gaios in about 1 h–1 h 30; slower car ferries take longer and may call at Igoumenitsa.
Best option: Ferry. It is the only scheduled way to Paxos, and fast boats run several times a day in summer.
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| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ferry Fast passenger boats from Corfu New Port to Gaios (Paxos) | about 1 h–1 h 30 | several a day in summer, reduced in winter | about €25–40 | Can be cancelled in strong winds. Check current timetables. |
| ferry Car ferries from Corfu to Paxos, some via Igoumenitsa on the mainland | about 2–3 h 30 | roughly daily in summer, fewer in winter | about €10–20 per passenger, more with a car | Needed only if you take a vehicle; Paxos is small and easy to explore by scooter or small boat. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Organised boat trips from Corfu often include Antipaxos's beaches and the sea caves on Paxos's west coast.
- Corfu airport is about 10 minutes by taxi from the new port.
- Book fast boats ahead in July and August.
- There is little need for a car on Paxos; local buses, taxis and boat hire cover most needs.
Common questions
Can I fly to Paxos?
No. Paxos has no airport. The nearest airport is Corfu, and from there you continue by boat from the new port to Gaios. Fast passenger boats take about 1 to 1½ hours. Plan your flight so you arrive in Corfu with enough time for the last boat of the day, as there are no night sailings.
Can I do Paxos as a day trip from Corfu?
Yes. In summer many boat excursions leave Corfu in the morning, visit Paxos and often Antipaxos, and return in the evening. Alternatively take a scheduled fast boat out and back. A day is enough for Gaios and a swim, though Paxos is quiet and pleasant for a few nights too.
Do I need to book ahead?
In July and August, yes: fast boats have limited seats and can sell out, especially on weekends. Booking a few days ahead online or through a Corfu travel agency is sensible. In spring and autumn you can usually buy on the day. In winter services are reduced, so check current timetables.
Can I take a car to Paxos?
Yes, on the car ferries, some of which call at Igoumenitsa on the mainland, so the trip takes longer than the fast boat. Most visitors do not need a car: Paxos is about 10 km long, and scooters, small hire cars and taxis are available on the island.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.