Venice to Rovinj Ferry

The Venice to Rovinj catamaran links Italy's lagoon city with what many consider the most town on the Istrian coast, its pastel houses rising steeply to the bell tower of St Euphemia. This is a passenger-only, international crossing designed for tourists and day visitors, so it carries no vehicles; foot passengers can typically add a bicycle for a modest fee.

Operators and vessels

The route is served in the summer season by both Venezia Lines and Adriatic Lines, using high-speed catamarans that connect Venice with the string of Istrian ports. Having two operators share the corridor helps keep several sailings available each week during the busiest months.

Crossing time and season

The trip usually takes around 2 hours 45 minutes, though sea conditions and intermediate calls can stretch it toward 3 to 3.5 hours. The season runs from roughly early May to mid-October, commonly with around three departures per week from Venice in high season and afternoon sailings a frequent feature of the timetable.

Ports and fares

Catamarans depart Venice's San Basilio terminal and berth right beside Rovinj's harbourfront old town, so you step off almost into the maze of cobbled lanes. Foot-passenger fares on this route typically fall in the region of 79 to 89 euros one way, depending on date and operator.

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Because this is an international sailing between two EU countries, all travellers must carry a valid passport or national identity card for boarding and border formalities, regardless of Croatia's Schengen membership.