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Ancona Zadar Ferry

Connecting the city of Ancona on the east coast of Italy with the city of Zadar on the west coast of Croatia, the Ancona to Zadar ferry route is one of many ferry routes that connects Italy with Croatia. From the city of Ancona, which is the capital city of the Marche region of Italy, and is known for its array of beaches, and its hilltop cathedral and fountains, to the city of Zadar, which is the lesser known but equally as beautiful city in Croatia, home to Roman and Venetian ruins, as well as stunning churches, and a vibrant local culture. With up to 5 ferries running per week on this ferry route, provided by 1 ferry operator, there is no shortage of ferries to choose from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

Ancona to Zadar sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season, and from month to month, so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

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Ancona - Zadar Route summary
Departure Country Italy
Destination Country Croatia
No. of Operators 1
Operators Jadrolinija
Average Price $386*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 8h 20m
Fastest Sailing Duration 7h 0m
First Ferry 11:00
Last Ferry 22:00
Distance 107 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Ancona to Zadar?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Ancona to Zadar is approximately 8h. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Ancona to Zadar?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Ancona to Zadar and this is
    • Jadrolinija
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Ancona to Zadar?

    Ferries from Ancona to Zadar are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Ancona to Zadar?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Ancona to Zadar with
    • Jadrolinija
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Ancona to Zadar?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Ancona to Zadar with the following operators
    • Jadrolinija
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Ancona to Zadar?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • Jadrolinija

Ancona to Zadar Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule for this route has up to 5 ferries running per week, provided by only one ferry operator, so the ferry timetable is very simple. However, it can still be affected by outside factors, such as seasonal changes, changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and other such factors, so timetable can change at any moment, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best price for you.


How long does the Ferry to Zadar from Ancona take?

Ferry sail times on the Ancona to Zadar ferry route can take between 6 hours and 7 hours, and this variation is due to a number of reasons, including changes to the ferry route, changes made by the ferry operator, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail. This means that any sail durations that are provided here are to be taken as estimates only, but we will always try to give you the most accurate sail times when you are making your booking.


Where are the Ferry Ports located?

The Ancona ferry port is located within the city of Ancona, within easy access to all public transport links as well as taxi access, and the city is located on the east coast of Italy. The Zadar ferry port is perfectly located to give you easy access not only to the main centre to Zadar, but also to the Old Town, and there are many bus services that run to the ferry port from several destinations.


Ancona to Zadar Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Zadar from Ancona will take is defined by many different aspects, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and so on, so there are multiple different ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend looking at the above graph to see our monthly fare averages, check out our useful fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.


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