Ferry Bari – Durrës

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The crossing

Bari – Durrës with Ventouris Ferries

Bari – Durrës with Ventouris Ferries links Apulia with the Albanian coast. The company offers about one sailing a day depending on the season, with a crossing of about eight and a half to ten hours.

On board, Ventouris Ferries offers cabins, a restaurant, a bar and lounges. On overnight crossings, a cabin is the most comfortable choice.

It suits travellers comparing the companies on this route. Compare the timetables of Ventouris Ferries, Adria Ferries and GNV in the search engine, and enter your vehicle to see the crossings that accept it.

Practical information

Bari – Durrës at a glance

  • Company Ventouris Ferries
  • Crossing time about 8 h 30 to 10 hours
  • 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

Bari

Bari is the capital of Apulia, on the Adriatic Sea. Its old town, Bari Vecchia, is a maze of lanes dominated by the Basilica of San Nicola, and local women still make orecchiette by hand outside their doors. The port is close to the centre: report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket.

Arriving in

Durrës

Ferries from Italy dock at Durrës, in the city’s large port. Passport and vehicle checks take place on arrival, then roads lead to Tirana, about thirty kilometres away, and to the coast. Bring valid identity documents and allow time for the formalities, especially in summer.

Frequently asked questions

Ferry Bari – Durrës: your questions

How long is the ferry crossing from Bari to Durrës?

About 8 h 30 to 10 hours depending on the ship and the timetable, by day or by night. 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 Bari and Durrës?

Ventouris 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 Bari to Durrës?

This page covers the crossing run by Ventouris Ferries. Adria Ferries and GNV also serves this route: each company has its own page.

Can I travel with my vehicle between Bari and Durrës?

Yes, the ferry’s garage takes cars, motorhomes and two-wheelers. Give the size of your vehicle when you book.

How do I book a ferry from Bari to Durrës?

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