Ferries between Albania and Italy + Greece
Ferries to and from Albania
Albania is still less established as a ferry destination than countries like Greece or Italy, but it is becoming a much more interesting option for travellers looking for affordable crossings in the Adriatic and Ionian regions. There are regular international ferries between Albania and both Italy and Greece, with ports such as Saranda, Durres and Vlora playing a key role. For anyone planning a route through the Balkans or combining southern Italy with the Greek islands, Albania can be a very practical ferry link.
Map with ferry crossings to Albania - from Italy and Corfu
Albania to Italy ferries
The busiest international ferry crossings from Albania are the routes to Italy. Ferries run regularly from Albanian ports such as Vlora, Durres and Saranda, with Ancona, Bari and Brindisi among the main Italian ferry ports on these routes.
Operators such as GNV, Ventouris Ferries and Adria Ferries run crossings between the two countries. If you are looking at onward travel, these sailings can also work well as part of a wider route through Greece or towards the southern Adriatic. In the maps above, you can see the main ferry routes between Italy and Albania.
Ferries between Italy and Albania:
Ferries between Albania and Greece
There are also several useful ferry connections between Albania and Greece, especially in the Ionian Sea. The best-known route is the short crossing between Saranda and Corfu, which is a popular option for travellers combining Albania with the Greek islands. These routes are especially handy if you want to continue your journey without flying and build a more flexible itinerary through this part of southern Europe.
Prices and availability for this crossing
On board and maps for the ferries to Albania
Tips for ferry travellers
Tips for ferry travellers
