Brindisi to Saranda (Sarandë) Ferry
Brindisi to Saranda (Sarandë) and Saranda to Brindisi ferry is run by one ferry company – Red Star Ferries. It sails from July to mid-September, twice a week, from both ports connecting Albania with Italy. The journey between Brindisi and Saranda lasts 10 hours, while from Saranda to Brindisi crossing lasts 8,5 hours. It is a daytime ferry from Brindisi and an overnight ferry crossing from Saranda. The distance between Brindisi and Saranda is 103 nautical miles.
Update: This very popular summer holidays ferry route connecting Italy with Albania is for time being re-routed to Brindisi-Vlore-Brindisi ferry crossings. Here are the schedules, booking and prices:
Schedules and timetables Brindisi – Saranda
| Days | Departures Brindisi | Arrival Saranda |
| First departure at 18.07. | Thursday 20:00 | Friday 07:00 |
| Sunday 20:00 | Monday 07:00 | |
| Last departure 08.09. | Sunday 20:00 | Monday 07:00 |
Schedules and timetables Saranda – Brindisi
| Days | Departures Saranda | Arrival Brindisi |
| First departure on 19.07. | Friday 12:00 | Friday 20:30 |
| Monday 20:00 | Tuesday 07:00 | |
| Last departure on 09.09. | Friday 12:00 | Friday 20:30 |
- Twice a week summer crossings
- Brindisi to Saranda is an overnight ferry
- Saranda to Brindisi is day time car ferry crossing
The usual timetable is a departure from Brindisi at 20:00 arrival the following morning in Saranda at 07:00. Departure from Saranda at 12:00 and arrival in Brindisi at 20:30. Make sure you check carefully the latest schedules for your particular dates – here.
Deck and Cabin Prices
| Deck and Cabin Fares | Low season (EUR) | Mid Season (EUR) | High Season (EUR) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 2/3/4 bed outside cabin with shower & WC | – | 140 | 160 |
| AB | 2/3/4 bed inside cabin with shower & WC | – | 135 | 149 |
| CB | 2/3/4 bed inside cabin with shower & WC (lower deck) | – | 130 | 150 |
| B | 2/3/4 bed outside without facilities | – | 100 | 120 |
| BB | 2/3/4 bed inside without facilities | – | 95 | 115 |
| S | Air Seats | – | 70 | 90 |
| D | Deck Passengers | – | 60 | 70 |
- See details about ferry cabins & how to choose
Car Prices
| Cars, Minibus, Caravans Prices | Low season (EUR) | Mid season (EUR) | High season (EUR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cars & SUVs | – | 59 | 78 |
| Caravans, Baggage trailers, Boat trailers up to 3.00 m length | – | 43 | 57 |
| Minibuses, Caravans, Campers, Baggage trailers, Boat trailers from 3.01 m to 5.00 m length | – | 62 | 81 |
| Minibuses, Caravans, Campers, Baggage trailers, Boat trailers from 5.01 m to 7.00 m length | – | 125 | 161 |
| Minibuses, Caravans, Campers, Baggage trailers, Boat trailers over 7.01 m length | – | 184 | 226 |
| Motorcycles & Scooters | – | 21 | 29 |
| Bicycles | – | free | free |
It is advisable to book the cabin or seat well in advance and wear suitable clothing and footwear, especially for overnight crossings.
Boarding the ferry
- Check details and the location of the Brindisi ferry port including where to park, where to store your luggage and how to get there
- Details and location of Saranda ferry port including where to park, where to store your luggage and how to get there
- Arrive at the departure terminal at least 2 hours prior to departure
- Have your travel documents ready for border crossings
- If you booked a cabin, pick up your cabin keys at the reception. Deck passengers proceed to deck
Saranda to Brindisi Ferry Crossing Map
FAQ
The shortest distance between Brindisi & Saranda is approximately 103 nautical miles or 190 km.
Crossing by ferry from Saranda to Brindisi takes between 8,5 and 11 hours, depending on the ferry route.
Yes, this is a car ferry so you can take a car on board.
The alternative ferry crossings are Brindisi to Vlora and Sarande to Bari. Check also porto.br.it and porti-sarande.al for possible latest updates.
