To Poreč in Istria
Venice to Poreč ferry
By catamaran from the lagoon to the old town of Poreč.
- Kompas, about 3 to 4.5 hrs
- Foot-passenger catamaran
- May into October
Route guide
By catamaran from Venice to Poreč
Table of Contents
Getting to the terminal
The catamaran to Poreč leaves from the San Basilio terminal, Fondamenta Zattere al Ponte Lungo. Don't confuse it with the cruise terminal. From Piazzale Roma it's about 1 km on foot or about 20 minutes by vaporetto (water bus) on line 2. From the airport, ACTV bus 5 runs to Piazzale Roma. All of Venice's terminals are on our Terminals page.
Check-in
Kompas asks you to be at the terminal at least 60 minutes before departure. Because of the border check, you need a valid passport or ID card. On the 2026 timetable the route runs from May into October. In high summer the catamarans sail on most days, in spring and autumn on fewer days a week. They don't leave Venice until the late afternoon, because they come over from Istria in the morning.
On board
On its Istria routes, Kompas operates the catamarans Prince of Venice and HSC Anđela. The Prince of Venice has 328 seats and the Anđela 250, both with air conditioning and a bar. One piece of hand luggage up to 8 kg and one suitcase up to 20 kg travel free; Kompas gives the maximum dimensions in its terms and conditions.
Vehicles and bikes
The catamarans carry foot passengers only, so you can't take a car. Bicycles cost a supplement. Kompas does not carry e-bikes, e-scooters or other electric vehicles. Pets are allowed for a supplement if you register them 48 hours in advance.
Arrival and onward travel
In Poreč you arrive on the waterfront, Obala Maršala Tita. Cars aren't allowed into the centre, so if someone is picking you up by car, they'll need to park outside it. The catamarans also serve Rovinj and Pula, further south in Istria.
Tickets and fares
Book your ticket via the departures on this page. Besides Kompas, Venezia Lines also sails from San Basilio to Poreč. With Venezia Lines, check-in closes 15 minutes before departure, and the bar takes cash in euros only. Our Prices page explains how the fare adds up.
The route at a glance
Venice - Poreč at a glance
Kompas (Adriatic Lines) runs the Venice - Poreč route as a seasonal catamaran service. On the 2026 timetable it operates from May into October. Depending on the sailing, the crossing takes around three to four and a half hours.
The catamarans arrive in Venice from Poreč in the morning and sail back in the afternoon. So from Venice you leave in the late afternoon and arrive in Poreč in the evening.
- Crossing
- approx. 3 to 4.5 hrs
- Operator
- Kompas
- Season
- May to October
Next departures
Venice - Poreč FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the catamaran from Venice to Poreč.
How long is the ferry from Venice to Poreč? +
On the 2026 timetable, about 3 to 4.5 hours, depending on the sailing. The timetable gives the exact times for your date.
When does the catamaran run to Poreč? +
On the 2026 timetable the route runs from May into October. Departures are most frequent in high summer, with fewer in spring and autumn. Departures from Venice are in the late afternoon. The timetable shows the departures for your date.
How much is the Venice - Poreč ferry? +
The fare depends on the ticket: single or day return. Current fares are on our Prices page.
Can I take my car? +
No. The route is served by passenger catamarans, so you can't take a car. You can book a bicycle for a supplement, but Kompas does not carry e-bikes.
What documents do I need on board? +
There is a border check between Italy and Croatia, so you need a valid passport or ID card.
To Poreč in Istria
Check the departures and book your seat on the catamaran to Poreč.