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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Preko is to bus and line 431 car ferry which costs €50 - €100 and takes 16h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Preko is to Catamaran and line 431 car ferry which takes 5h 8m and costs €10 - €110.

Is there a direct ferry between Ancona and Preko?

No, there is no direct ferry from Ancona to Preko. However, there are services departing from Port of Ancona and arriving at Preko via Port of Zadar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Ancona to Preko?

The distance between Ancona and Preko is 172 km.

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Preko without a car is to Catamaran and line 431 car ferry which takes 5h 8m and costs €10 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Ancona to Preko, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Preko?

There are 8416+ hotels available in Preko.

Ancona to Preko - 3 ways to travel via Catamaran, line 431 car ferry, and bus

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

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

Catamaran, line 431 car ferry
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1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Zadar to Prekocarferry 431
5h 8m
€10–103
Bus, line 431 car ferry
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Bologna Centralebus 433 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Zadar bus stationbus
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Zadar to Prekocarferry 431
16h 58m
€51–98
Drive, line 431 car ferry
1. Drive from Ancona to Port of Zadarcar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Zadar to Prekocarferry 431
9h 46m
€117–170

Ancona to Preko by ferry and car ferry

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.8 km
Duration: 5h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Ancona to Preko. However, you can take the ferry to Port of Zadar, walk to Port of Zadar, then take the line 431 car ferry to Preko. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ancona to Preko via Bologna Centrale, Zadar bus station, Zadar, Zadar - Gaženica terminal, and Port of Zadar in around 16h 58m.

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