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

The cheapest way to get from Zadar to Ancona is to bus which costs €55 - €100 and takes 15h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zadar to Ancona is to Catamaran which takes 4h and costs €55 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Zadar and Ancona?

No, there is no direct bus from Zadar station to Ancona. However, there are services departing from Zadar bus station and arriving at Ancona via Bologna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

Is there a direct ferry between Zadar and Ancona?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Zadar and arriving at Port of Ancona. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Zadar to Ancona?

The distance between Zadar and Ancona is 166 km. The road distance is 743.5 km.

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

Book your Zadar to Ancona ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Zadar to Ancona without a car is to Catamaran which takes 4h and costs €55 - €100.

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

The Catamaran from Port of Zadar to Port Of Ancona takes 4h including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Zadar to Ancona bus from?

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

Where does the Zadar to Ancona bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zadar to Ancona?

Yes, the driving distance between Zadar to Ancona is 744 km. It takes approximately 9h 25m to drive from Zadar to Ancona.

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

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

Where can I stay near Ancona?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Ancona.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Zadar to Ancona by 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
best
1. Take the ferry from Port of Zadar to Port of Anconaferry 51
4h
€55–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zadar bus station to Bologna Centralebus N535
2. Take the bus from Bologna to Anconabus FlixBus 421
15h 20m
€57–96
Drive 743.5 km
1. Drive from Zadar to Anconacar 743.5 km
9h 25m
€115–165

Zadar to Ancona by ferry

5Weekly Ferries

4hAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 166.4 km
Duration: 4h

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

Jadrolinija operates a ferry from Port of Zadar to Port of Ancona 5 times a week. Tickets cost €55–100 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zadar bus station to Ancona via Bologna Centrale and Bologna in around 15h 20m.

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