Ferry Vlorë – Brindisi

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The crossing

Vlorë – Brindisi with Red Star Ferries

Vlorë – Brindisi takes you back to Apulia in about five to seven and a half hours. Red Star Ferries offers about one sailing a day depending on the season: check the dates open in the search engine.

The ships have lounges, bars and outdoor decks; passengers with a vehicle leave it in the garage for the whole crossing.

In Vlorë, report to the port with a margin: passport checks and the boarding queue can be long in summer. Keep your tickets, identity documents and vehicle papers to hand.

Practical information

Vlorë – Brindisi at a glance

  • Company Red Star Ferries
  • Crossing time about 5 to 7 h 30
  • Sailings about one sailing a day, depending on the season
  • 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.

Departing from

Vlorë

Vlorë is a port on Albania’s southern coast, at the head of a bay open to the Adriatic and the Ionian Sea. Its seafront is lively, and the town is the gateway to the Albanian riviera, Llogara National Park and the beaches of the south. Report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket.

Arriving in

Brindisi

In Brindisi, ferries from Albania dock in the port, a few minutes from the centre. The station is close, with trains to Lecce and Bari, and the road to Bari and to the tip of the Salento is easy to reach. Allow time for the checks on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Ferry Vlorë – Brindisi: your questions

How long is the ferry crossing from Vlorë to Brindisi?

About 5 to 7 h 30 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 Vlorë and Brindisi?

Red Star Ferries generally offers about one sailing a day, depending on the season. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.

Which company sails from Vlorë to Brindisi?

Red Star Ferries, the company Red Star Ferries, is the company running this crossing in our selection.

Can I travel with my vehicle between Vlorë and Brindisi?

Yes, cars, motorhomes and motorbikes are accepted on board, subject to space. State your vehicle when searching to see the crossings that accept it.

How do I book a ferry from Vlorë to Brindisi?

Choose your dates in the search engine on this page, compare the available crossings and confirm your ticket online. The fare depends on the date, the accommodation on board, any vehicle and the number of passengers.