Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines · 15h
Ancona to Igoumenitsa Ferry
Compare every Ancona to Igoumenitsa sailing. From £61.27 one way, daily, crossing in about 15h.
- 15h crossing
- 11 sailings a week
- Cars carried
- Verified timetable
Ancona to Igoumenitsa sailings on Saturday 31 October
3 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
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About the Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry
Sailing from Ancona to Igoumenitsa takes around 15h. Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines run the route daily, and fares start from £61.27. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.
Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.
Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry timetable
There are around 11 sailings a week on this route, daily. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Ancona and Igoumenitsa are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancona – Igoumenitsa | Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines | 15h | 11 | £61.27 | £490.28 | Yes |
| Ancona – Split | Jadrolinija and SNAV | 11h | 3 | £36.78 | £356.91 | Yes |
| Brindisi – Igoumenitsa | Grimaldi Lines | 8h 30m | 12 | £25.41 | £222.62 | Yes |
| Corfu – Igoumenitsa | Kerkyra Lines and Kerkyra Seaways | 1h 30m | 127 | £5.95 | £29.83 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Ancona to Igoumenitsa?
One-way fares start at £61.27. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £490.28. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.
Which operators sail this route?
Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines each operate the Ancona – Igoumenitsa crossing. Because more than one company competes here, fares and departure times vary meaningfully between them, so comparing before you book is worth real money on this route.
- Blue Star Ferries, 283 routes across our network
- Grimaldi Lines, 265 routes across our network
Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.
Getting to Ancona
Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Ancona port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Igoumenitsa guide for the other end.
Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Ancona to Igoumenitsa?
The Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry takes approximately 15h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Ancona to Igoumenitsa?
One-way fares start from £61.27. The average booking on this route comes to around £490.28 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Ancona to Igoumenitsa?
Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines operate this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry run?
There are around 11 sailings a week on this route, which works out at daily. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry?
Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.
What is the cheapest day to sail from Ancona to Igoumenitsa?
Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book?
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.
Do I need a passport for the Ancona to Igoumenitsa ferry?
Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.
Alternative crossings
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Ancona to Split
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