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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Novalja is to bus which costs €40 - €90 and takes 15h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Novalja is to Catamaran and drive which takes 5h 27m and costs €60 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Novalja?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Novalja. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor via Bologna Centrale and Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from Ancona to Novalja?

The distance between Ancona and Novalja is 250 km.

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Novalja without a car is to bus which takes 15h 10m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Ancona to Novalja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Novalja bus from?

Ancona to Novalja bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ancona station.

Where does the Ancona to Novalja bus arrive?

Ancona to Novalja bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Where can I stay near Novalja?

There are 4054+ hotels available in Novalja.

Ancona to Novalja - 3 ways to travel via Catamaran, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Ancona to Novalja by ferry, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Catamaran, drive
best
1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
2. Drive from Port of Zadar to Novaljacar
5h 27m
€62–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Bologna Centralebus 433 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Rijeka bus stationbus 541
3. Take the bus from Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor to Novalja, Autobusni kolodvorbus
15h 10m
€40–89
Catamaran, bus
1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
2. Take the bus from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor to Novalja, Autobusni kolodvorbus
7h 10m
€56–104

Ancona to Novalja by ferry and bus

5Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ancona to Novalja.

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Distance: 250.3 km
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Ancona to Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor via Bologna Centrale and Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor in around 15h 10m.

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