Ferry Venice – Rovinj

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The crossing

Venice – Rovinj with Kompas

Venice – Rovinj is the catamaran crossing linking the lagoon with the old town of Rovinj. Kompas offers it several times a week, from late April to September.

Passengers hand in their luggage at boarding and keep a small bag with them for the crossing. Bring a warm layer for the deck.

It suits travellers heading for Istria on foot, with their luggage, without taking the road. The catamaran carries passengers only: vehicles are not taken on board. Check the dates open in the search engine.

Practical information

Venice – Rovinj at a glance

  • Company Kompas
  • Crossing time about 3 to 4 hours
  • Sailings several sailings a week, from late April to September
  • Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
  • On board seats, lounges and outdoor deck

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.

Departing from

Venice

Venice is the capital of the Veneto, built on a lagoon. Crossings to Istria leave from the city’s port: report to the pier shown on your ticket. St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and the Grand Canal can be visited on foot or by vaporetto before boarding.

Arriving in

Rovinj

Boats from Italy dock at Rovinj, in the harbour, at the foot of the old town. Checks take place on disembarkation. Allow time for the formalities, especially in summer.

Frequently asked questions

Ferry Venice – Rovinj: your questions

How long is the ferry crossing from Venice to Rovinj?

About 3 to 4 hours depending on the stop and the day. 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 Venice and Rovinj?

Kompas generally offers several sailings a week, from late April to September. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.

Which company sails from Venice to Rovinj?

This page covers the crossing run by Kompas, the company Kompas (Adriatic Lines). No other company currently appears on this route in our search engine.

Can I travel with my vehicle between Venice and Rovinj?

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 Venice to Rovinj?

The simplest way is to use the search engine at the top of the page: select Venice and Rovinj, add passengers and vehicle, then compare timetables before confirming.