Checked offer from Igoumenitsa to Ancona (Italy): Ferry, about 15h 15min – 18h 30min, from €103. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 4, 2026): Grimaldi Lines, Blue Star Ferries; main departure point: Igoumenitsa Port.
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 4, 2026 for a departure on November 25, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grimaldi Lines | Ferry | Igoumenitsa Port | €103 | 2 |
| Blue Star Ferries | Ferry | Igoumenitsa Port | €130 | 1 |
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Practical tips
In July and August, cabins and vehicle spaces on Adriatic ferries sell out first. Reserve online as soon as your dates are fixed, and choose a flexible fare if your plans might shift.
Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio serve the Aegean islands, not Italy. For Ancona, you must go to Igoumenitsa in northwest Greece, so plan your overland leg from Athens or elsewhere beforehand.
Reclining seats are cheapest, but for a long crossing a shared or private cabin means real sleep. If you travel as a couple or group, a private cabin is often worth the extra.
Check-in closes well before departure and foot passengers still need to collect boarding passes. Arrive early, keep your passport handy, and bring food and water in case onboard prices feel high.
Delays can happen with weather or port traffic. Avoid booking tight onward trains or flights in Italy on the day of arrival, and leave a flexible window after docking in Ancona.
The journey experience
Crossing from Igoumenitsa to Ancona is the classic way to leave Greece for Italy without flying, and for an independent traveller without a car it is refreshingly simple: the ferry is the option to book. There is no need to compare coaches, trains and flights for the sea leg itself. What matters is choosing the right sailing and cabin, and our table lets you check durations and price ranges at a glance.
This is a long, proper overnight-style sea journey on a large conventional ferry, not a quick island hop. Ships are built for the Adriatic, with comfortable lounges, restaurants, bars and a choice between reclining seats, shared cabins and private cabins. Foot passengers board easily, and the stability of big ships means you are far less exposed to wind-related disruption than on fast catamarans. Several Greek and Italian companies serve the Greece-Italy corridor, so schedules and fares can differ noticeably from one operator to another.
Our advice: check the timetable for your exact travel date, because sailings change with the season and some days have more departures than others. Book early for July and August, when cabins sell out first. Note that Igoumenitsa is a mainland port in the northwest, far from Athens, so you will need a KTEL coach to reach it. Reserve online for instant confirmation and keep a flexible day on both ends.
Frequently asked questions — Igoumenitsa → Ancona (Italy)
Ferry fares start from €103, and a typical fare goes up to about €131. The final price depends on the operator, the date, the season and whether you choose a seat, a shared cabin or a private cabin. Booking early usually gives the best choice.
The crossing takes roughly 15 to 19 hours depending on the ship and the sailing. It is a long journey, so most travellers choose an overnight option with a cabin or comfortable seating. Check the exact duration for your chosen departure before booking.
The ferry is the option to take on this route. It links Greece's northwest coast to Italy's Adriatic coast in a single sailing, with cabins, restaurants and space for luggage. Reserve online to get instant confirmation and secure your preferred cabin type.
The ferry leaves from the port of Igoumenitsa, on the Ionian coast of mainland Greece, and arrives in the port of Ancona in Italy. It is not one of the Athens ports, so Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio are not relevant for this crossing.
The listed ferry service connects Igoumenitsa and Ancona as one crossing, so you board once and disembark in Italy. Always confirm on your booking that the sailing is direct for your date, as schedules and operators can vary by season.
Why visit Ancona (Italy)?
- ✓ Climb Guasco Hill to the Romanesque San Ciriaco Cathedral for panoramic views over the port and the Adriatic
- ✓ See Trajan's Arch and the Clementine Arch on the waterfront, two landmarks of Ancona's Roman and papal past
- ✓ Visit the Mole Vanvitelliana, a pentagonal 18th-century lazzaretto on the sea, now home to exhibitions and cultural events
- ✓ Take a short trip to Conero Regional Park for the white-pebble beaches of Portonovo and the Due Sorelle cliffs
- ✓ Taste the local brodetto all'anconetana, a fish stew, before boarding a ferry to Igoumenitsa or Patras
When to visit Ancona (Italy)?
MEDITERRANEAN COASTAL CLIMATE
May to September — warm, sunny weather ideal for beaches, with the busiest ferry schedules to Greece
What to do in Ancona (Italy)?
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How long to visit Ancona (Italy)?
Ancona is best as a 1 to 2 day stop. In one day, see the Duomo di San Ciriaco, the Roman Arch of Trajan, the Passetto seafront and the Mole Vanvitelliana, then eat fresh fish at the port. With a second day, add the Conero Natural Park beaches (Portonovo, Sirolo) or a day trip to Loreto or Urbino. Most visitors come for the ferry to Greece, so book an evening crossing and use the day before departure to explore the city.
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