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Ionian Island Hopping: Corfu to Zakynthos
How to combine Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Kefalonia and Zakynthos.
By the iLoveGreece editorial team · Last reviewed 2026-11
Quick answer
Ionian connections are less frequent than in the Aegean. A practical route: Corfu → Paxos by boat, back to the mainland, drive to Lefkada (bridge), ferry to Kefalonia, then Kefalonia (Pessada) to Zakynthos (Agios Nikolaos) in summer. A car helps.
What to know
- Check seasonal ferries carefully.
- Some links run only in summer.
- Lefkada needs no ferry.
- Fly into Corfu, out of Zakynthos.
FAQ
Can you island hop in the Ionian?
Yes, but with fewer ferries; plan ahead.
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Updated 2026-11. General planning guidance. Check with operators and local authorities.