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Croatia to Italy Ferry

Ferries from Croatia to Italy sail approximately 26 times per week and are available with Jadrolinija, Kompas, SNAV & Gomo Viaggi.

How long is the ferry from Croatia to Italy?

The ferry from Croatia to Italy takes between 2 hours 45 minutes and 11 hours 30 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.

What is the fastest ferry from Croatia to Italy?

The fastest ferry from Croatia to Italy is on the Rovinj to Venice ferry with Kompas in 2 hours 45 minutes. 

Is there a car ferry from Croatia to Italy?

Yes, you can bring your car on the ferry from Croatia to Italy with Jadrolinija, Kompas & SNAV.

How far is it from Croatia to Italy?

There are approximately 95 miles (152km) and 82 nautical miles between Croatia and Italy.

How much is the ferry from Croatia to Italy?

The price of a ferry from Croatia to Italy can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.

Split to Ancona Ferry

The Split to Ancona ferry ferry sails approximately 5 times weekly with a crossing time of 11 hours.

Dubrovnik to Bari Ferry

The Dubrovnik to Bari ferry sails around 3 times per week with an average crossing time of 8 hours.

Croatia to Italy Ferry Offers and Discounts

We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.

Can you do Italy and Croatia in one trip?

Yes, you can certainly travel to Italy and Croatia in one trip. Take a few days exploring the beautiful islands of Croatia by ferry and then you can catch a direct ferry to Italy. These are available from Split, Pula, Zadar, Dubrovnik and many more.

What is the easiest way to get from Croatia to Italy?

While there is the option to fly, you can also get a ferry from Croatia to Italy. By taking the ferry, you can bring much more baggage than you could by plane, and you get to enjoy a scenic journey across the Adriatic Sea. You also avoid the hassle of busy airports, especially in the peak season.

What part of Italy is close to Croatia?

If you are residing in the north of Croatia, the closest port in Italy is Venice. However, if you are staying in Zadar or Split, the closest Italian port is Ancona. While those residing in Dubrovnik have better access to Bari Port. 

Is there border control between Croatia and Italy?

Yes, there is border control between Croatia and Italy, as Croatia is in the Schengen Area but has no direct land border with Italy. If you travel by ferry (e.g., from Split, Dubrovnik, or Zadar to Ancona, Venice, or Bari), you may undergo passport checks at ports.

Do you need a passport to go from Croatia to Italy?

Yes, you need a passport or an EU national ID card to travel from Croatia to Italy. Since Croatia joined the Schengen Area in 2023, there are no border checks for land travel via Slovenia. However, if traveling by plane or ferry, you may need to show your passport or ID at check-in. Non-EU travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least 3 months beyond departure date.

How to book ferry tickets from Croatia to Italy

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How much are ferries from Croatia to Italy?

From To Average price
Split, Croatia
Ancona, Italy 		$179.64Average price
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Bari, Italy 		$254.66Average price
Pula, Croatia
Venice, Italy 		$233.36Average price

Ferries from Croatia to Italy

About Croatia

The increasingly popular vacation destination of Croatia is located just south-east of central Europe and contains over a thousand islands. With over one hundred ‘Blue Flag’ beaches and numerous nature reserves, Croatia is ranked in the top twenty of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and welcomes more than ten million tourists to its shores each year. As with most of the popular vacation destinations in Europe, visitors can expect warm dry summers and mild winters, with more than two thousand five hundred hours of sunshine on average each year. Croatia is a great point of departure for those wishing to cross the Adriatic Sea to Italy by ferry, especially from the Balkan countries. There are numerous crossings on offer ranging from short high speed passenger only routes sailing to northern Italy to longer more conventional services crossing the sea between the two countries a bit further down the Adriatic. The seasonal high speed passenger only catamaran crossings are relatively cheap and sail from the coast of Istria to northern Italy. The conventional passenger and car ferry sailings from Croatia to Italy are operated by numerous ferry companies and generally depart from Split, Dubrovnik and seasonally from the island of Hvar.

About Italy

Italy is a boot-shaped peninsula situated in the Mediterranean Sea at the bottom of Western Europe, with the Tyrrhenian Sea to the West, Ionian Sea to the South and Adriatic Sea to the East. Italy is the fifth most visited country in the world and contains more World Heritage Sites than any other country. Although Rome, Milan, Venice and Florence are the top tourist destinations in Italy, the country’s rich collections of art, culture and literature from many different periods and regions make it impossible to judge on where the most interesting location is. With around four thousand miles of coastline, with countless gulfs, inlets, and long sandy beaches, Italy is truly adapted to the vacation lovers every need. Coastal cities with their sea resorts and awesome beaches are easily reachable by car with a variety of ferries and vessels large and small ready to sail you there.

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