What is the cheapest way to get from Ancona to Istria?

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Istria is to drive which costs €85 - €130 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ancona to Istria?

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Istria is to drive which takes 6h 47m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Istria?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Istria. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor via Verona Porta Nuova and Rovinj bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

Is there a direct ferry between Ancona and Istria?

No, there is no direct ferry from Ancona to Istria. However, there are services departing from Port of Ancona and arriving at Port of Pula via Port of Zadar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Ancona to Istria?

The distance between Ancona and Istria is 316 km. The road distance is 562.1 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Ancona to Istria?

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How do I travel from Ancona to Istria without a car?

The best way to get from Ancona to Istria without a car is to train and ferry which takes 8h 41m and costs €140 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Ancona to Istria?

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Ancona to Istria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Istria bus from?

Ancona to Istria bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Ancona station.

Where does the Ancona to Istria bus arrive?

Ancona to Istria bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova Station.

Can I drive from Ancona to Istria?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Istria is 562 km. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Ancona to Istria.

Where can I stay near Istria?

There are 11252+ hotels available in Istria.

Ancona to Istria - 7 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and Catamaran

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There are 7 ways to get from Ancona to Istria by train, ferry, bus, car ferry, car, or plane

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Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Ancona to Cesenatrain Ic
2. Take the ferry from Cesenatico Port to Port of Rovinjferry
8h 41m
€142–232
Drive 562.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ancona to Pulacar 562.1 km
6h 47m
€89–128
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Trieste Centraletrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Trieste Centrale to Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
9h 40m
€147–595
Catamaran, ferry
1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
2. Take the ferry from Port of Zadar to Port of Pulaferry 9141
9h 45m
€91–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Verona Porta Nuova Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
10h 41m
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Venezia, Tronchettobus N433
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Venice to Port of Pulacarferry
12h 10m
€107–124
Catamaran, fly
1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry
2. Fly from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Pula Airport (PUY)plane ZAD - PUY
7h 58m
€101–245

Ancona to Istria by train, bus, foot, and ferry

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8h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 315.9 km
Duration: 8h 41m

What companies run services between Ancona, Italy and Istria, Croatia?

You can take a ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Pula via Port of Zadar in around 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ancona to Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor via Verona Porta Nuova and Rovinj bus station in around 10h 41m.

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