To the southern tip of Istria
Venice to Pula ferry
By catamaran from the lagoon to the southern tip of Istria.
- Kompas, about 3.5 to 4 hrs
- Foot-passenger catamaran
- Summer season only
Route guide
By catamaran from Venice to Pula
Table of Contents
Getting to the terminal
The catamaran to Pula 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 June to the end of September. The catamarans come over from Istria in the morning, which is why they don't leave Venice until the late afternoon.
On board
Kompas operates catamarans such as the HSC Anđela, with 250 seats, an air-conditioned lounge and a coffee 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 Pula you arrive at the Riječki gat pier, close to the Roman amphitheatre. There's a car park about 200 m north of the pier. Pula is the southernmost port on the Istria routes. Further north along the coast are Rovinj and Poreč.
Tickets and fares
Book your ticket via the departures on this page. Besides Kompas, Venezia Lines also sails from San Basilio to Pula. 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 - Pula at a glance
Kompas (Adriatic Lines) runs the Venice - Pula route as a seasonal catamaran service. On the 2026 timetable it operates from June to the end of September, and the crossing takes around three and a half to four hours.
The catamarans arrive in Venice from Pula in the morning and sail back in the afternoon. So from Venice you leave in the late afternoon and arrive in Pula in the evening.
- Crossing
- approx. 3.5 to 4 hrs
- Operator
- Kompas
- Season
- June to September
Next departures
Venice - Pula FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the catamaran from Venice to Pula.
How long is the ferry from Venice to Pula? +
On the 2026 timetable, about 3.5 to 4 hours, depending on the sailing. The timetable gives the exact times for your date.
When does the catamaran run to Pula? +
The route runs in summer, on several days a week; on the 2026 timetable from June to the end of September. Departures from Venice are in the late afternoon. The timetable shows the departures for your date.
How much is the Venice - Pula 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 Pula in Istria
Check the departures and book your seat on the catamaran to Pula.