Approaching Ancona on the ferry from Igoumenitsa

Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines · 15h

Igoumenitsa to Ancona Ferry

Compare every Igoumenitsa to Ancona sailing. From £61.27 one way, daily, crossing in about 15h.

  • 15h crossing
  • 11 sailings a week
  • Cars carried
  • Verified timetable

Igoumenitsa to Ancona sailings on Saturday 31 October

2 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Empress of the Baltic
06:05Igoumenitsa
15h 59m
★ Cheapest
22:04Ancona
£78.57
total · free changes
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Spirit of the Channel
21:05Igoumenitsa
14h 29m
⚡ Fastest
11:34Ancona (+1)
£83.75
total · free changes
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About the Igoumenitsa to Ancona ferry

Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines operate the Igoumenitsa – Ancona crossing daily. Expect to be at sea for about 15h, with one-way tickets 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.

Igoumenitsa to Ancona 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 Igoumenitsa and Ancona are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Igoumenitsa – Ancona Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines15h11 £61.27£490.28 Yes
Igoumenitsa – Brindisi Grimaldi Lines8h 30m12 £25.41£222.62 Yes
Igoumenitsa – Corfu Kerkyra Lines and Kerkyra Seaways1h 30m121 £5.93£60.29 Yes
Split – Ancona Jadrolinija and SNAV11h3 £36.78£356.91 Yes

How much is the ferry from Igoumenitsa to Ancona?

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 Igoumenitsa – Ancona 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.

Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Igoumenitsa to Ancona 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 Igoumenitsa

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 Igoumenitsa port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Ancona guide for the other end.

Igoumenitsa to Ancona ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Igoumenitsa to Ancona?

The Igoumenitsa to Ancona ferry takes approximately 15h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Igoumenitsa to Ancona?

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 Igoumenitsa to Ancona?

Blue Star Ferries and Grimaldi Lines operate this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Igoumenitsa to Ancona 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 Igoumenitsa to Ancona 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 Igoumenitsa to Ancona?

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 Igoumenitsa to Ancona 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.