Ferries from
Italy to Croatia
Ferries from
Italy to Croatia
Ferries from Italy to Croatia sail approximately 24 times per week. 6 ferry companies service the ferries with 11 ferry routes to choose from. Ferries from Italy sail from 5 different ports to Croatia and arrive at 7 ports. Popular ferry routes include Venice to Pula and Ancona to Split. Please be aware that 8 routes are seasonal and may only run from April to October.
Ferries from Italy to Croatia sail approximately 28 times per week and are available with Jadrolinija, Kompas, SNAV & Gomo Viaggi.
The ferry from Italy to Croatia takes between 3 hours and 11 hours 30 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Italy to Croatia is on the Cesenatico to Rovinj ferry with Gomo Viaggi in 3 hours.
Yes, you can bring your car on the ferry from Italy to Croatia with Jadrolinija, Kompas & SNAV.
There are approximately 104 miles (167km) and 90 nautical miles between Italy and Croatia.
The price of a ferry from Italy to Croatia can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Ancona to Split ferry ferry sails approximately 5 times weekly with a crossing time of 11 hours 15 minutes.
The Bari to Dubrovnik ferry sails around 3 times per week with an average crossing time of 8 hours 30 minutes.
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.
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.
The cheapest way to travel from Italy to Croatia is usually by bus. Companies like FlixBus offer direct routes from cities like Venice, Milan, and Rome to Zagreb, Rijeka, Split, and Pula, with prices starting as low as $20–$40, depending on the season. Ferries from Ancona, Bari, or Venice to Split, Zadar, or Dubrovnik can be affordable if booked in advance, and you can enjoy a much more scenic journey.
Yes, you need a passport or an EU national ID card to travel from Italy to Croatia. 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.
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.
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| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From AnconaItaly |
To SplitCroatia |
Average price$260.59 | |
From BariItaly |
To DubrovnikCroatia |
Average price$293.71 | |
From VeniceItaly |
To PulaCroatia |
Average price$301.02 |
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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.
The popular destination of Croatia can be found in Southeastern Europe, across the Adriatic Sea from Italy. With its warm summers, mild winters, perfect beaches, idyllic islands and diverse cities, is it’s easy to see why the number of visitors to Croatia increase every year. Croatia and its islands are easily reached by ferry with many companies and routes on offer to suit most geographical needs. If you’re travelling via Northern Italy and without a vehicle then there are seasonal high speed catamaran sailings from Venice to a large number of destinations on the coast of Istria available. If you are travelling with a vehicle or your destination is further south then you’ll need to sail from Ancona, Pescara or Bari. The crossings are regular and operated by modern ferries which the make the journey a relaxing and pleasurable experience.
