Ferry from Ancona (Italy) to Patra (Patras)

This is the long crossing from the Italian Adriatic coast to the northern Peloponnese, run by the Anek-Superfast joint venture. It takes around twenty-one to twenty-three hours, which means one night aboard and most of a day, and nearly all sailings call at Igoumenitsa on the way. The ships are full-sized conventional ferries with cabins, restaurants and vehicle decks for cars and freight.

Patra is Greece's third-largest city and its principal gateway port to Italy, with the modern terminal below the hilltop Venetian and Byzantine castle and the neoclassical old town nearby. It is a working city rather than a beach destination, though the Roman Odeon and the annual carnival are worth a stop. Athens lies a couple of hours east on the motorway, with the rest of the Peloponnese to the south.

Departures run roughly daily in season and drop back in winter, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. If Patra is further than you need to go, stepping off at Igoumenitsa saves several hours at sea and puts you in easy reach of Corfu and Epirus.

Weekly Ancona to Patra Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Ancona.

Ancona to Patra Ferry Fares

Hiring a car

Can you rent a car in Patra?

Yes, the port is within walking distance of Patra's city centre, and rental agencies line the streets around it, making pickup easy whether you're arriving off an overnight ferry from Italy or heading onward. Patra itself is walkable, but a car is useful if you're continuing into the Peloponnese rather than catching a connecting bus or train. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Ancona to Patra between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Ancona to Patra ferry

• Booking the earliest possible outward sailing gives you the most time on the island and reduces pressure on your return connection.
• Return tickets on the same operator are sometimes cheaper than two separate one-way fares – compare both options before confirming.
• Some hotels and guesthouses will store your luggage after checkout until your evening ferry – always ask, as it is common practice and usually offered free of charge.
• The meltemi wind, a strong north-north-westerly, blows across the central and southern Aegean from roughly July through to early September.
• Most ferries have a small kiosk selling souvenirs, snacks, and basic travel items; useful if you have forgotten sunscreen or earplugs.

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