Ferry connecting Zadar on the Croatian mainland with Ancona in Italy. Currently operated by Jadrolinija Ferry Company.

Duration of Voyage - ca. 9 hours.

Car ferry line No. 51

To get a good seat try to arrive at least an hour in advance. Those travelling with vehicles should reserve ferry tickets at least a day in advance during the popular summer season months.

For a morning trip out to the islands from Zadar, see also other ferry connections from Zadar. If you plan to travel from Croatia to Italy there is also a more frequent ferry from Split to Ancona.

Zadar to Ancona ferry tickets: See availability and prices

Zadar to Ancona ferry in Zadar ferry port

Scroll down to the dates you're travelling within or select seasonal timetables.


Seasonal ferry timetables for departures/returns Zadar to Ancona ferry


High Season Timetable 2024

Valid from 16.08.2024 - 30.08.2024

Departures from Zadar and arrivals in Ancona

Departure from Zadar Time Arrival in Ancona Time
Monday 22:00 Tuesday 07:00
Friday 22:00 Saturday 07:00

Departures from Ancona and arrivals in Zadar

Departure from Ancona Time Arrival in Zadar Time
Monday 10:00 Monday 18:00
Friday 10:00 Friday 18:00

Note : 16.08.2024 no departure from Ancona at 10:00

Hotels and apartments in Zadar Hotels and apartments in Ancona Italy


Valid from 29.07.2024 - 15.08.2024

Departures from Zadar and arrivals in Ancona

Departure from Zadar Time Arrival in Ancona Time
Monday 22:00 Tuesday 07:00
Friday 10:00 Friday 17:00

Departures from Ancona and arrivals in Zadar

Departure from Ancona Time Arrival in Zadar Time
Monday 10:00 Monday 18:00
Thursday 22:00 Friday 07:00

Off Season Timetable 2024

Valid from 27.06.2024 - 26.07.2024 and 5.09.2024 - 06.09.2024

Departures from Zadar and arrivals in Ancona

Departure from Zadar Time Arrival in Ancona Time
Friday 10:00 Friday 17:00

Departures from Ancona and arrivals in Zadar

Departure from Ancona Time Arrival in Zadar Time
Thursday 22:00 Friday 07:00

Zadar to Ancona ferry 2024 timetable (PDF)

Jadrolinija office in Zadar

Agencija Zadar, Liburnska obala 7, Zadar 23000

Tickets can be booked in advance via the Jadrolinija online purchase system or the mJadrolinija app.

Zadar to Ancona ferry tickets: See availability and prices

You should be at the pier at least 60 minutes before departure. The operator (Jadrolinija) has the right to change departure times without prior notice. Be sure to double check the information before travelling. Timetable can be changed in case of bad weather.

Travelling with pets

Pets are welcome aboard the Ancona - Zadar ferries at no additional cost. Small pets should be housed in kennels, while dogs must be leashed and muzzled. Please note that pets are only permitted on the outdoor deck.

Luggage on ferry

For international routes serviced by Jadrolinija car ferries, passengers are permitted to bring luggage weighing up to 30 kg.


Where to stay in Zadar

Our top picks for where to stay in Zadar.

Luxury Villas in Zadar

Hotels and apartments in Zadar

Hostels in Zadar