Ferry Ancona – Zadar
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Ancona – Zadar with Jadrolinija
Ancona – Zadar links the Marche with northern Dalmatia. Jadrolinija offers it mainly in summer, with a few sailings a week and a crossing time that depends on the ship.
The ships have lounges, restaurants and outdoor decks; passengers with a vehicle leave it in the garage for the whole crossing.
It suits travellers heading for the Zadar area and its islands. This link is mainly a summer one and does not always carry vehicles: enter your vehicle in the search engine to see the crossings that accept it.
Ancona – Zadar at a glance
- Company Jadrolinija
- Crossing time about 4 to 9 hours depending on the ship
- Sailings a few sailings a week in summer
- Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
- On board lounges, bar or catering, outdoor decks
Indicative information collected in November 2026. Timetables, ships and check-in instructions may change: check them in the search engine and on your ticket before you travel.
Ancona
Ancona is the main port of the Marche region, on Italy’s Adriatic coast. The city climbs around the cathedral of San Ciriaco, perched on Guasco Hill, and Trajan’s Arch, built in the second century, stands at the entrance to the port. To the south, the Conero riviera offers cliffs and coves. Report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket.
Zadar
Crossings from Italy dock at Zadar, in the port of Gaženica, a few kilometres from the centre. Checks take place in the port, then buses and taxis serve the old town. Allow time for the formalities, especially in summer.
Ferry Ancona – Zadar: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Ancona to Zadar?
About 4 to 9 hours depending on the ship and the timetable. The exact time depends on the ship, the weather and the timetable chosen: it is shown in the search engine on this page.
How many sailings are there between Ancona and Zadar?
Jadrolinija generally offers a few sailings a week in summer. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Ancona to Zadar?
On this route, our search engine offers the sailings of Jadrolinija, the Croatian company Jadrolinija.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Ancona and Zadar?
This crossing is run by fast vessels mainly used by foot passengers. Enter your vehicle in the search engine: it only shows the crossings that accept it.
How do I book a ferry from Ancona to Zadar?
Run a search for your dates in the engine above, compare the crossing offers and book online. Book early if you travel in July or August.
