Ancona ferry port guide
Ferries to Croatia, Greece, Albania and Montenegro: routes, how to get to the port, parking and what to do before you sail.
Ancona ferry port at a glance
- 7 destinations in 4 countries: Croatia (Split, Zadar), Greece (Igoumenitsa, Patras, Corfu), Albania (Durrës), Montenegro (Bar).
- 8 ferry companies, some routes all year, others only in summer.
- From the train station: about 20 min on foot, 8 min by bus, 5 min by taxi.
- By car: enter the port through the Varco Da Chio gate.
- Parking nearby: Parcheggio degli Archi, Traiano and Cialdini.
Last updated: October 2026
💡 Good to know
- One port area: all international ferries leave from the same zone of the port.
- By car you enter through the Varco Da Chio gate; on foot from Piazza della Repubblica and the Molo Santa Maria.
- Check-in times depend on the ferry company and destination: always check your ticket.
Ferry routes from Ancona
Indicative crossing times and seasons: schedules change every year, always check the current timetable.
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Ancona → Split
Croatia
- ⛴️ Jadrolinija, SNAV
- ⏱️ Crossing about 8–11 h
- 📅 All year
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Ancona → Zadar
Croatia
- ⛴️ Jadrolinija (fast ferry)
- ⏱️ Crossing about 4 h
- 📅 Summer (Jun–Sep)
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Ancona → Igoumenitsa
Greece
- ⛴️ Superfast, ANEK, Minoan, Grimaldi, Blue Star
- ⏱️ Crossing about 15–21 h
- 📅 All year
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Ancona → Patras
Greece
- ⛴️ Superfast, ANEK, Blue Star
- ⏱️ Crossing about 20–25 h
- 📅 All year
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Ancona → Corfu
Greece
- ⛴️ Grimaldi, Superfast, Minoan, Blue Star
- ⏱️ Crossing about 15–19 h
- 📅 Seasonal (Apr–Sep)
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Ancona → Durrës
Albania
- ⛴️ Adria Ferries
- ⏱️ Crossing about 13–19 h
- 📅 All year
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Ancona → Bar
Montenegro
- ⛴️ Adria Ferries
- ⏱️ Crossing about 13 h
- 📅 Summer (Jul–Aug)
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Ferry companies sailing from Ancona
Check timetables, prices and check-in rules on the official websites:
How to get to the ferry port
🚶 On foot
About 20 minutes from Ancona train station. Pedestrians reach the port from Piazza della Repubblica and the Molo Santa Maria.
🚌 By bus
About 8 minutes from the train station to the port area.
🚕 By taxi
About 5 minutes from the train station.
🚗 By car
Follow the signs for the port and enter through the Varco Da Chio gate.
✈️ From the airport
See our guide: Ancona Airport to the city centre.
Parking near the port
Leaving your car in Ancona? These car parks are close to the port:
A few hours before your ferry?
Discover Ancona with a local guide, or explore on your own with our free walking routes
Sleep near the port
Early departure or late arrival? These hotels are a short walk from the ferries. See all hotels in Ancona →
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🧳 Before you travel
- Mobile data: roaming rules differ outside the EU (Albania, Montenegro). See our eSIM guide.
- Documents: Albania and Montenegro are outside the EU: check the entry requirements for your nationality before you travel.
FAQ
Where do ferries leave from in Ancona?
All international ferries leave from the same port area. By car you enter through the Varco Da Chio gate; on foot you reach the port from Piazza della Repubblica and the Molo Santa Maria.
How do I get from Ancona train station to the ferry port?
About 20 minutes on foot, about 8 minutes by bus or about 5 minutes by taxi.
Where can I park near Ancona ferry port?
Car parks close to the port include Parcheggio degli Archi, Parcheggio Traiano and Parcheggio Cialdini.
How early should I arrive for check-in?
It depends on the ferry company and the destination. Always check the check-in time shown on your ticket or on the operator’s website.
Which ferry companies sail from Ancona?
Jadrolinija and SNAV to Croatia; Superfast Ferries, ANEK Lines, Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines to Greece; Adria Ferries to Albania and Montenegro.
Where can I stay near Ancona ferry port?
Hotels within a short walk of the port include the Grand Hotel Palace, Camera con Vista B&B and SeePort Hotel.
Which ferry routes leave from Ancona?
Ferries from Ancona sail to Split and Zadar (Croatia), Igoumenitsa, Patras and Corfu (Greece), Durrës (Albania) and Bar (Montenegro). Some routes are seasonal.
Routes, operators and crossing times are indicative (October 2026) and may change: always check the current timetable. Some links are affiliate links. Affiliate disclosure.
🏨 Hotels near the port