The cheapest and fastest ferries from Zadar to Trieste
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€24
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€24
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 45 m
Ferries on Sep 18
2
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Zadar to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zadar to Trieste will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 ferries from Zadar to Trieste, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 4 h 45 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.
3:00 PM4h45Zadar7:45 PMTrieste€241One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM4h45Zadar6:45 PMTrieste€241One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM4h45Zadar7:45 PMTrieste€241One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM4h45Zadar6:45 PMTrieste€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, ferry, and flight for Zadar to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zadar to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 5h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €27, while a flight costs an average of €300.
Distance: 110 nautical miles (205 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €300 Average price | €71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zadar to Trieste:
A ferry is €18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zadar to Trieste costing on average €45.
A ferry is €272 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zadar to Trieste costing on average €300.
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
Flight takes on average 12h 58m.
Zadar to Trieste Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Krilo-Kapetan Luka | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Krilo-Kapetan Luka | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Krilo-Kapetan Luka | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Zadar to Trieste ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Zadar to Trieste ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:00 PM Zadar | 4h45 | 6:45 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Zadar | 4h45 | 7:45 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Zadar to Trieste by bus, ferry, or flight
Compare bus, ferry, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Zadar to Trieste ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Krilo-Kapetan Luka?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Krilo-Kapetan Luka, but also compare tickets for the likes of TP Line to find the best option for your trip from Zadar to Trieste.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Krilo-Kapetan Luka with all available travel options, which are bus, ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Zadar to Trieste.
Why book with Omio over Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zadar to Trieste.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Zadar to Trieste
Ferries from Zadar to Trieste run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:00, the last at 16:00. The fastest ferry covers the 110 nautical miles (205 km) distance in 4h 45m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Zadar to Trieste are available to foot passengers.


Distance 110 nautical miles (205 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 4h 45m |
First ferry 7:00 AM |
Last ferry 4:00 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Krilo-Kapetan Luka, TP Line from Zadar to TriesteYou can travel by ferry between Zadar to Trieste with Krilo-Kapetan Luka, TP Line for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Krilo-Kapetan Luka
TP Line
FAQs: Ferry from Zadar to Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zadar to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Zadar to Trieste
Most Zadar to Trieste ferries use the Port of Zadar to Port of Pula port pair. Use this guide to compare Zadar and Trieste ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Zadar port do ferries to Trieste leave from?
Getting to Port of Zadar from Zadar city centre
Port of Zadar is 3 km from Zadar city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Zadar port facilities and services
Port of Zadar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restoran Gaženica (0.3km), Konoba Tovar (0.7km), Pizzeria Maslina (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Zadar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Zadar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Zadar.
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