- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale delle Marche
An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Split to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Split to Ancona will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 3 ferries from Split to Ancona, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct ferries cover the 236 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Ferries from Split to Ancona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $38 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 10:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 127 nautical miles (236 km) distance in 9h 0m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Split to Ancona are available to foot passengers.


Distance 127 nautical miles (236 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€32) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 9h 0m |
First ferry 10:00 AM |
Last ferry 10:00 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Split to Ancona.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Jadrolinija international | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Snav | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Jadrolinija international | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Split to Ancona ferries for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 PM Split | 11h30 | 5:00 AM Ancona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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An important archaeological museum with Piceni, Greek, and Roman finds that explain Ancona's ancient roots.
A state museum inside Mole Vanvitelliana presenting tactile and visual explorations of Homer's world.
A modern art gallery in Palazzo Bosdari featuring twentieth-century Italian works and a strong local focus.
An elevated promenade and park with iconic sea views, monuments, and one of Ancona's best sunset walks.
The famous cliffside stairway and beach quarter below Passetto are loved for sea access and dramatic scenery.
Ancona's main square connects the port and old town, framed by civic buildings and everyday local life.
Traditional fish stew from the port, made with several Adriatic fish and tomato. It is Ancona’s signature seafood dish with deep local maritime roots.
Pizza-like flatbread baked with onion, anchovies, rosemary and olive oil. A beloved Ancona street and bakery specialty tied to local fishing traditions.
Ancona-style stockfish cooked with potatoes, tomato, olives and capers. It reflects historic trade links and is one of the city’s best-known traditional dishes.
Established seafood restaurant in the Portonovo area, known for wild mussels and Adriatic fish in a refined but relaxed coastal setting.
Respected fine dining seafood restaurant in Portonovo, valued for elegant presentations, quality fish and views linked to the Riviera del Conero.
Well-known traditional venue serving Marche dishes and seafood, appreciated for classic recipes and a welcoming, old-school atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transit are reasonable versus bigger tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants if pleased, and round up taxi fares.
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Port of Ancona -> Piazza Cavour, Ancona
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Ancona.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Split to Ancona by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ancona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Split to Ancona ferries use the Port of Split to Port of Ancona port pair. Use this guide to compare Split and Ancona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Split has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Konoba Matejuska (0.7km), Fife (0.8km), Konoba Marjan (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Split.
Available at Port of Split: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Split.
Port of Ancona is 2 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Ancona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Giardino (0.3km), Osteria del Baffo (0.6km), La DegOsteria (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Ancona.
Available at Port of Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Ancona.
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