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How to get from Venice to Patras by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Venice to Patras ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Venice to Patras is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Venice to Patras can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Venice to Patras ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like ANEK Lines, Endeavor Lines, Grimaldi Lines, Superfast Ferries or Minoan Lines. This way you can find the best price for a Venice Patras ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries or ANEK Lines ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Venice to Patras simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Venice to Patras Ferry Information

Port of departure
Venice
Italy
Veneto
Port of arrival
Patras
Greece
Western Greece
Distance
692 mi
Ferry Companies
ANEK Lines, Endeavor Lines, Grimaldi Lines, Superfast Ferries, Minoan Lines
Frequency of crossings
3 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
30 hrs. 30 min
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Ferry Venice Patras: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Venice to Patras, you'll find tickets ranging from $113 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $440 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Venice-Patras route is $245. The average ferry crossing time from Venice to Patras is 32 hrs.. The slowest ferries will take 32 hrs. to reach Patras, while the fastest boats will reach Patras in 32 hrs.. The first ferry leaves the port of Venice at 12:00. The last ferry to Patras leaves Venice at 13:30.

Average price of a Venice Patras ferry crossing
$245
Price range for Venice Patras ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$113 - $440
Average crossing time Venice Patras
32 hrs.
Departure time of first ferry to Patras
12:00
Departure time of last ferry to Patras
13:30
Arrival time first ferry to Patras
21:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Patras
22:30

Why take a ferry from Venice to Patras ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Venice to Patras ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Patras. Here are 3 reasons why we think Venice to Patras ferry is an ideal way to travel.

Taking your time becomes a pleasure
We live in a society where everything goes faster and faster. On board a Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries or ANEK Lines ferry you will nevertheless enjoy leaving Venice slowly and sailing at less than 40km/h to Patras. All ships are equipped with lounges, restaurants, promenade decks, and sometimes much more... You may even find your Venice-Patras crossing a little too short!
Transporting your bike is not a problem
Traveling with your bike by train, plane or bus often turns into a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry it. This is not the case on the ferry. Like any other vehicle, your two-wheeler will be parked in the ship's garage. You leave it there for the duration of the Venice-Patras crossing in complete safety and without fear of it being damaged. You will get on your bike in Patras to get off the boat.
Resting in a cabin
Even if the reservation of a cabin during the Venice-Patras crossing is optional, it is an undeniable comfort to enjoy. Equipped with bunks, private bathrooms and sometimes even portholes or balconies, the cabins are just like real hotel rooms. Even on a day crossing, enjoying the privacy of a cabin is still possible and much more comfortable than sitting in a lounge.

Which companies operate between Venice and Patras?

If you're looking to travel between Venice and Patras by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries or ANEK Lines who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

Minoan Lines Venice Patras
Minoan Lines
Minoan Lines is a Greek shipping company created in 1972 and providing passenger transport in Greece. On Vivanoda, you can compare Venice-Patras fares and book a Minoan Lines ticket between Venice and Patras. Minoan Lines operates 3 crossings a week to Patras from Venice and the journey time is 30 hrs. 30 min. More information about Minoan Lines
30 hrs. 30 min
3 crossings a week
Superfast Ferries Venice Patras
Superfast Ferries
Founded in 1993, Superfast Ferries is a Greek company providing maritime links between Greece and Italy. On Vivanoda, you can compare Venice-Patras fares and book a Superfast Ferries ticket between Venice and Patras. More information about Superfast Ferries
ANEK Lines Venice Patras
ANEK Lines
Anek Lines is a Greek shipping company operating the Venice-Patras route and other shipping lines between Italy and Greece as well as between many Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Venice-Patras fares and book a ANEK Lines ticket between Venice and Patras. More information about ANEK Lines

Where do the ferries leave from in Venice? Where do the boats arrive in Patras?

Port of departure in Venice

Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries or ANEK Lines ferries depart for Patras from the following ports in Venice:

Venezia Tronchetto
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Port of arrival in Patras

ANEK Lines, Superfast Ferries or Minoan Lines ships arrive in Patras from the following ports:

Patras Terminal Ferry Sud
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Venice to Patras, it will take you at least 30 hrs. 30 min to cover the 692 mi between Venice and Patras.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Venice and Patras in winter) and the ferry company (Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries and ANEK Lines). There are currently 3 crossings a week between Venice and Patras.

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Venice and Patras: Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries and ANEK Lines.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by ANEK Lines, Endeavor Lines, Grimaldi Lines, Superfast Ferries, Minoan Lines.

Before booking, compare the prices of ANEK Lines, Endeavor Lines, Grimaldi Lines, Superfast Ferries, Minoan Lines on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Venice Patras ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Venice and Patras, you will travel 692 mi.

To go by boat from Venice to Patras, you can find prices ranging from $113 for the lowest, to $440 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $245.

The first ferry leaves Venice at 12:00 for Patras.

The last ferry to Patras from Venice usually departs at 13:30.

What is a Venice to Patras ferry crossing like?

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Venice-Patras crossing is like. To help you better project yourself into the experience of a Venice Patras cruise aboard ANEK Lines, Endeavor Lines, Grimaldi Lines, Superfast Ferries or Minoan Lines, we retrace here the different stages of the journey, from boarding in Venice to disembarking in Patras. You will also find practical information about Venice and Patras.

Boarding in Venice

Here are the steps to embark before your Venice Patras sea voyage begins:

  • Arrival time at the port of Venice / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with your Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries or ANEK Lines company) before the actual departure time of the ship to arrive at the Venice ferry terminal. After this deadline, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Venice-Patras crossing / In Venice, present your identity papers (passport or national identity card) and the booking number at the ANEK Lines, Superfast Ferries or Minoan Lines ticket offices at the Venice ferry terminal. By car, the process is the same but is done directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ship to Patras / From the Venice ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcasted. By car, follow the instructions of Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries or ANEK Lines staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ship between Venice and Patras

On board the ANEK Lines, Superfast Ferries or Minoan Lines ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some travelers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and stores.

Patras is in sight, disembarkation imminent!

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Patras:

  • The ferry enters Patras harbor / You will be allowed to return to the boat's garage once the ferry is docked. There is no need to rush. In the meantime, we advise you to enjoy the arrival in Patras on the outside deck.
  • If you are in a cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Patras Harbor.
  • Leave the ship and Patras is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. In Patras, you are likely to pass a customs check. Finally, leave the port and Patras is waiting for you!

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