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Ugljan to Zadar ferry

Plan the Ugljan to Zadar crossing with practical port information and live ticket availability for your travel date.

Quick answer

Preko → Zadar at a glance

DestinationPreko · Ugljan

Passenger boatZadar city port · ~25 min

Car ferryGaženica · ~25 min

Year-roundFrequent daily service

DecisionChoose by departure port

Choose the right Zadar port

Choose before you leave

Same island. Two different Zadar ports.

Both routes arrive at Preko, but foot passengers and drivers should not head to the same departure terminal in Zadar.

On foot? Use Zadar city port ↔ Preko.

Jadrolinija line 409 is the convenient passenger boat from the city-centre port, with numerous daily sailings of about 25 minutes.

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Bringing a vehicle? Use Gaženica ↔ Preko.

Jadrolinija line 431 is the car ferry. It leaves from Zadar’s Gaženica ferry terminal and also takes about 25 minutes.

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Route status

About 25 min crossing

Operating dates, journey time and vessel type can change by operator and season. Use live availability for the exact sailing on your date.

2026 route guidance

Departure

Ugljan Ferry Port ↗

Check the exact terminal and boarding time shown with your sailing before departure.

Arrival

Zadar Ferry Port ↗

Use the arrival port as your starting point for the destination, onward transport or a local walk.

Local Way

One useful detail.

Keep the first hour flexible: ferry arrival times and local connections can shift in the main season.

Official Jadrolinija routes

Choose by whether you have a vehicle.

Zadar city ↔ PrekoPassenger boat · line 409 Gaženica ↔ PrekoVehicle ferry · line 431

FerryCroatia sends you to the exact official line because Ferryhopper does not currently expose this local Zadar–Preko connection as a dedicated booking route.

Arriving in Zadar?

Don’t stop at the harbour.

See what to do, where to go and what is worth your time once you arrive.

Explore Zadar

Return routeZadar → Ugljan ferry

FAQ

Ugljan to Zadar ferry 2026

How long is the ferry from Ugljan to Zadar?

The crossing typically takes 25 min. Journey times can vary slightly by sailing and conditions.

What should I check before booking the Ugljan to Zadar ferry?

Same island. Two different Zadar ports. Both routes arrive at Preko, but foot passengers and drivers should not head to the same departure terminal in Zadar.

Can I take a car on this route?

Bringing a vehicle? Use Gaženica ↔ Preko. Jadrolinija line 431 is the car ferry. It leaves from Zadar’s Gaženica ferry terminal and also takes about 25 minutes.

Where can I see live sailings and tickets?

Use the Find tickets button on this page to open current dates, availability and fares with our booking partner.