Ferry routes to Albania 2023

Even though it is still considered an off-the-beaten-path destination, more and more travelers are visiting Albania to discover its beautiful nature, the crystal clear waters of the Albanian Riviera, its ancient towns, and, of course, its interesting food scene. Ferries from Italy, Greece, and Croatia make it simple to reach the most beautiful towns on the Albanian coast.

Here, you can check the latest info on all available Italy - Albania, Greece - Albania and Croatia - Albania ferry routes. Compare schedules, prices and companies, and book your ferry tickets to Albania on Ferryhopper!

• Italy - Albania ferry connections
• Greece - Albania ferry connections
• Croatia - Albania ferry connections

A sunny day at the port of Durrës in Albania

Italy - Albania ferry connections

For 2023, there are at least 5 ferry routes scheduled between Italy and Albania. Ferries to Albania depart from 3 ports in Italy: Ancona, Brindisi and Bari. From there, you can travel by sea to 2 Albanian towns: Durrës and Vlorë.

Check all ferries connecting Albania with Italian ports above:

Ferries from Ancona to Durrës

From the popular port of Ancona in the Marche region, you can reach one of the oldest cities in Albania, Durrës. The Ancona - Durrës ferries operate all year round. The ferry company operating on this route with conventional ferries is Adria Ferries.

The trip takes around 16 hours and ferry tickets start at around €80.

Ferries from Bari to Durrës

The Bari - Durrës ferry route is served up to 3 times a day all year long. The trip takes 10-11 hours and ferry tickets start at around €48. The ferry connections are operated by GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci), Adria Ferries and Ventouris Ferries.

Ferries from Brindisi to Vlorë

The Brindisi - Vlorë ferry route is in operation seasonally, with 2 daily crossings. The ferry trip ranges from 7 to 8 hours, depending on the company. Ferry tickets start at around €50.

The companies serving this route are European Ferries (Star Lines) and European Seaways (A-Ships Management SA).

The imposing archaeological site of Apollonia in the region of Vlorë

Greece - Albania ferry connections

If you are in Greece and want to continue your travel journey to the Albanian Riviera, you can take a ferry from the Ionian Islands to Albania.

Ferries from Corfu to Sarandë

All ferry connections to the port of Sarandë in Albania from the port of Corfu in Greece are available year-round, served by the ferry companies Finikas Lines, Ionian Seaways and Erdano Tours. The ferry trip lasts only 30 minutes, with ferry tickets starting at around €20.

A windy day in the stunning Saranda bay

Croatia - Albania ferry connections

At the moment, there are no direct ferries between Croatia and Albania. However, if you want to travel between the two coasts, you can do so by first stopping in Italy. 

You can find some information about all of the available connecting options and travel with ease:

• You can easily travel from Croatia's most popular destination, Dubrovnik, to the Italian port of Bari, and then change for another ferry crossing from Bari to Durrës, Albania. You can enjoy the breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea from the deck or travel in comfort by booking a cabin.
• Another way to reach the Albanian Riviera from Croatia's Dalmatian Coast is to depart from Split, the largest city on the Croatian coast. Then you'll have to change ferries in Ancona, one of Italy's busiest ports. Ancona is frequently connected to the port of Durrës in Albania, and the ferry itinerary takes approximately 18 hours in total.

Departing for a travel adventure from the picturesque port of Split in Croatia

Can I travel from Italy, Greece and Croatia to Albania with a vehicle?

Yes, you can transfer your vehicle from Italy and Croatia to Albania. However, you can only travel with your vehicle on specific routes beginning from Corfu in Greece, and traveling to Sarandë in Albania, as some ferries do not have car decks.

Strolling along the waterfront in Durrës

Are you planning to visit the Albanian Riviera this year to discover its hidden gems? Whatever your starting point, use our Map of ferries to check all available ferry routes, plan the perfect trip to Albania, and book your tickets on Ferryhopper without any hidden fees.