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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Zadar is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 15h 10m.

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 €65 - €100.

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 Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

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?

Book your Ancona to Zadar ferry tickets online with Omio.

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 €65 - €100.

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 FlixBus, depart from Ancona station.

Where does the Ancona to Zadar bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ancona to Zadar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Zadar is 745 km. It takes approximately 9h 25m to drive from Ancona to Zadar.

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

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

Where can I stay near Zadar?

There are 11282+ 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
best
1. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
7h
€65–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Bologna Centralebus N422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Zadar bus stationbus N535
15h 10m
€61–101
Drive 745.2 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Zadarcar 745.2 km
9h 25m
€117–169

Ancona to Zadar by bus

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15h 10mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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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 €65–100 and the journey takes 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ancona to Zadar bus station via Bologna Centrale in around 15h 10m.

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