The cheapest and fastest ferries from Durrës to Bari
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 50 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Durrës to Bari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durrës to Bari will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Durrës for Bari every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 22 Jul the direct ferries cover the 218 km distance in an average of 8 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 46 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.
GNV Pegasus - vettore AF11:008h45Port of Durres19:45Port of Bari£401One-way0 changes
GNV Blu23:599h46Port of Durres9:45Port of Bari£441One-way0 changes
IONIAN STAR23:008h00Port of Vlora7:00Porto di Brindisi£451One-way0 changes
IONIAN STAR23:008h00Port of Vlora7:00Porto di Brindisi£451One-way0 changes
GNV Pegasus - vettore AF11:008h45Port of Durres19:45Port of Bari£401One-way0 changes
GNV Blu23:599h46Port of Durres9:45Port of Bari£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Durrës to Bari
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Durrës to Bari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £14.
Distance: 117 nautical miles (218 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
9h 21m Average total duration 8h 21m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Durrës to Bari Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:58 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 9h47 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 9h46 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator European Ferries | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator European Ferries | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Live departures
Durrës to Bari ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Durrës to Bari ferries for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EUROPEAN STAR | 23:00 Port of Vlora | 8h00 | 7:00 Porto di Brindisi | 0 changesdirect | |
GNV Blu | 23:00 Port of Durres | 9h45 | 8:45 Port of Bari | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 July | |||||
GNV Pegasus - vettore AF | 11:00 Port of Durres | 8h45 | 19:45 Port of Bari | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Gnv?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Gnv, but also compare tickets for the likes of Ventouris Ferries, Adria Ferries, European Ferries or European Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Durrës to Bari.
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Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Ventouris Ferries, Adria Ferries, European Ferries or European Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Durrës to Bari.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Durrës to Bari.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Durrës to Bari
Ferries from Durrës to Bari run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 21m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £14 by flight.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 117 nautical miles (218 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Durrës to Bari are available to foot passengers.





Distance 117 nautical miles (218 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 2:00 |
Last ferry 23:58 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv, Ventouris Ferries, Adria Ferries, European Ferries, European Seaways from Durrës to BariYou can travel by ferry between Durrës to Bari with Gnv, Ventouris Ferries, Adria Ferries, European Ferries, European Seaways for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Durrës to Bari ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durrës to Bari 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 Bari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Durrës and Bari
Most Durrës to Bari ferries use the Port of Durrës to Port of Bari port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Brindisi. Use this guide to compare Durrës and Bari ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Durrës port do ferries to Bari leave from?
Getting to Port of Durrës from Durrës city centre
Port of Durrës is 1 km from Durrës city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Durrës port facilities and services
Port of Durrës has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bar Restorant Pista e Vogel (0.3km), Restorant Piazza (0.5km), Restorant 4 Stinet (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Durrës.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Durrës: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Durrës.
Which Bari port do ferries from Durrës arrive at?
Getting to Port of Bari from Bari city centre
Port of Bari is 2 km from Bari city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Bari port facilities and services
Port of Bari has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Cecchina (0.6km), Osteria delle Travi (0.8km), La Tana del Polpo (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Bari.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Bari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Bari: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Bari.
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