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 €65 - €100 and takes 4h.

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 4h 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 Deposito Due Madonne 2 and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 4m.

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 five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

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 4h 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 4h including transfers and departs five times a week.

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 Bologna - Servizio Due Madonne 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.

Where can I stay near Zadar?

There are 12634+ 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
4h
€65–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Bologna - Servizio Due Madonnebus
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Zadar bus stationbus N535
15h 4m
Drive 745.2 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Zadarcar 745.2 km
9h 25m
€117–169

Ancona to Zadar by ferry

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Distance: 166.4 km
Duration: 4h

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

Jadrolinija operates a ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadar 5 times a week. Tickets cost €65–100 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ancona to Zadar bus station via Bologna - Servizio Due Madonne, Deposito Due Madonne 2, Stazione Centrale, and Bologna Centrale in around 15h 4m.

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