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.

Patra to Ancona Ferry Fares

No published fares for this route yet.

Weekly Patra to Ancona Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

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 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Patra to Ancona ferry

• The rear vehicle ramp opens while the vessel is still manoeuvring; do not go down to the vehicle deck until the ferry is fully docked and the ramp is secure.
• The Cyclades are more exposed to the meltemi than the Dodecanese, which are sheltered by the Turkish coast – a relevant factor when comparing summer sea conditions.
• Greek ferries are generally safe and well-maintained; life jacket locations are posted throughout the vessel and a safety briefing sheet is usually displayed in cabins.
• If you have a connecting ferry from the same port, check the departure board immediately on disembarking and confirm the gate for your next vessel.

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