Paxos and Antipaxos from Corfu: Which Departure Should You Choose?
Updated October 11, 2026 · 4 min read
The short answer. Choose Corfu Town when you are staying in or near the capital, Benitses for the central-east coast, and Lefkimmi for the south. The route matters more than the word “luxury”: these are long days, so a convenient embarkation can save an unnecessary road transfer. The Corfu luxury cruise to Paxos, Antipaxos and the Blue Caves starts at €45, lasts 7–11 hours and has 5,928 reviews.
What the day contains
The common pattern is Paxos sea caves, a swim near Antipaxos and time in Gaios. A stop named in a title is not a promise to land there: weather, harbour traffic and the option booked can change the sequence. Read the meeting point and inclusions on the booking page, especially if a transfer is offered.
Which departure wins
Corfu Town gives the widest choice. Benitses avoids travelling north for guests on the central-east coast. Lefkimmi is the sensible southern departure and also has a 7-hour speedboat option from €42. Families and anyone who dislikes a lively ride may prefer a larger boat; travellers prioritising less time under way can compare the speedboat. The Benitses and Lefkimmi cruise lets you choose between those two departures: €45, 7–10 hours, 1,716 reviews.
See all Paxos and Antipaxos island trips. For most first-time visitors, we recommend the €45 luxury cruise because it combines the caves, Antipaxos and Gaios and has the deepest review history.
