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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Zadar is to Catamaran which costs €75 - €110 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Zadar is to Catamaran which takes 7h and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Zadar?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Zadar station. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Zadar bus station via Verona Porta Nuova, Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja and Zagreb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 58m.

Is there a direct ferry between Ancona and Zadar?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Ancona and arriving at Port of Zadar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Ancona to Zadar?

The distance between Ancona and Zadar is 166 km. The road distance is 745.2 km.

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

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Zadar without a car is to Catamaran which takes 7h and costs €75 - €110.

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

The Catamaran from Port Of Ancona to Port of Zadar takes 7h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Zadar bus from?

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

Where does the Ancona to Zadar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ancona to Zadar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Zadar is 745 km. It takes approximately 9h 27m to drive from Ancona to Zadar.

Where can I stay near Zadar?

There are 8989+ hotels available in Zadar.

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

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

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Catamaran
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1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
7h
€75–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Verona Porta Nuova Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajabus
3. Take the bus from Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja to Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
4. Take the bus from Zagreb to Zadar bus stationbus 952 / ...
15h 58m
€217–1,040
Drive 745.2 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Zadarcar 745.2 km
9h 27m
€121–174

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Distance: 166.4 km
Duration: 7h

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

Jadrolinija operates a ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadar once daily. Tickets cost €75–110 and the journey takes 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ancona to Zadar bus station via Verona Porta Nuova, Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja, Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor, and Zagreb in around 15h 58m.

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