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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Split is to car ferry which costs €13 - €17 and takes 11h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Split is to Catamaran and drive which takes 5h 57m and costs €29 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Split?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Split. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 45m.

Is there a direct ferry between Ancona and Split?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Ancona and arriving at Port of Split. Services depart three times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Ancona to Split?

The distance between Ancona and Split is 313 km.

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

Book your Ancona to Split ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Split without a car is to bus which takes 17h 45m and costs €55 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Ancona to Split, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Split bus from?

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

Where does the Ancona to Split bus arrive?

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Ancona to Split?

Book your Ancona to Split bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Split?

There are 13720+ hotels available in Split.

Ancona to Split - 4 ways to travel via Catamaran, car, bus, and car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Ancona to Split by ferry, car, bus, or car ferry

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 Splitcar
5h 57m
€30–130
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Splitcarferry
11h 30m
€13–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Bologna Centralebus N422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Split, Autobusni Kolodvorbus N535
17h 45m
€59–108
Catamaran, bus
1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
2. Take the bus from Bibinje to Split Bus Stationbus
7h 4m
€28–126

Ancona to Split by bus

5Weekly Buses

17h 45mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 312.9 km
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Ancona to Split, Autobusni Kolodvor via Bologna Centrale in around 17h 45m. Alternatively, SNAV operates a car ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Split 3 times a week. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Jadrolinija also services this route twice a week.

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