Ferry from Patra (Patras) to Ancona (Italy)

Patra to Ancona is the workhorse of the Greece to Italy routes, operated by the Anek-Superfast joint venture. Crossings take between nineteen and twenty-two and a half hours depending on whether the ship calls at Igoumenitsa or Corfu en route, so it is an overnight voyage with cabins, restaurants and full vehicle decks. It remains the standard choice for drivers heading between Greece and northern Europe.

Ancona is a working port city on Italy's Adriatic coast, in the Marche region, and is more a gateway than a sightseeing stop. The Arch of Trajan stands by the harbour and the cathedral of San Ciriaco looks down from the headland above it. Rail and motorway links run north towards Bologna, Venice and the Alps, and south down the coast.

The route runs most days across the season, which makes it the most flexible of the Italian links from Patra. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Bari, Brindisi and Venice are the other Adriatic options, each trading a different balance of crossing time against where you want to come ashore.

Weekly Patra to Ancona 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 Patra.

Patra to Ancona 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 Patra to Ancona between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Patra to Ancona ferry

• Sea spray on the bow deck can be significant in choppy conditions; keep your phone and camera in a pocket or bag until conditions are calm.
• A wide-brimmed hat provides better sun protection than a baseball cap on the open deck of a moving ferry, where the sun comes from multiple angles.
• A foam sleeping mat or a folded jacket beneath you makes deck sleeping much more comfortable – the steel deck is hard and conducts cold.
• If you feel claustrophobic in enclosed spaces, reserve a window seat or opt for an outdoor berth – the open deck is always available.

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