Dubrovnik to Split Ferry
The ferry from Dubrovnik to Split used to be operated by a car ferry. Nowadays the route is operated by Jadrolinija, TP line and Krilo, which run up to 5 daily fast ferries (passenger-only catamaran) in the summer period. All routes run via some of the Dalmatian Island, like the following two examples.
One route from Krilo drives on the following route Dubrovnik – Sobra on Island Mljet, Korcula old town – Makarska – Bol on Island Brac – Split, sailing time is about 5 hours.
The route from Jadrolinija has a different route which is Dubrovnik – Korčula town – Hvar town – Bol on Brac – Split, driving time for this route is about 6 hours.
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Map travel route Dubrovnik - Split
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Dubrovnik to Split ferry FAQs
The sailing time from Dubrovnik to Split is about 5h.
The catamarans do not operate at that time of the year, they operate from around mid-April to mid-October, outside of this period, you only have the option to take a bus from Dubrovnik to Split. The trip with the bus takes about 4 hours.
For sure not, as there are no trains between the two cities.
On the departure with Krilo catamaran you can bring a bicycle but only if you purchased a ticket for you and the bike upfront, as the space is limited.
Jadrolinija and Krilo have individual rules for cancelling tickets purchased online, so you will have to check the cancellation policy of the company you have booked with.
You can see the rules for bringing a pet on the Krilo catamarans here, and for the Jadrolinija catamaran here.
Seating on board the fast ferry is free, but as Dubrovnik is the first port on the trip, you can get seats next to each other if you make sure to be early in line for the boarding in Dubrovnik.
Yes, there is a coffee bar, where you can buy drinks and snacks.
My personal tips for the ferry from Dubrovnik to Split
- If you are not in a hurry, you should for sure take the ferry and not the bus on this route, the scenic views is worthwhile the longer travel time.
- Bring drinks and smuggle some food onboard, 5 to 6 hours on a boat is a long time, so you will need some refreshment, you can buy some onboard, but it is way cheaper to bring it.
- Get a seat at the window, you will have some amazing view on the Islands on the way.
- Consider making a stop in Korcula, you can take early morning ferry to Korcula town, spend 3-4 hours there and then take another ferry from Korcula to Split.
Popular ferries from Dubrovnik
Popular ferries from Split
| Split to Stari Grad | Split to Korcula | Split to Hvar |
| Split to Vis | Split to Solta | Split to Bol |
| Split to Ancona | Split to Mljet | Split to Supetar |
Facts about Ferry from Dubrovnik to Split
| Shortest Travel Distance | 100 Nautical Miles (185 Km) |
| Fastest Sailing time | 4 hours 30 Minutes |
| Daily Ferries in Winter | From 0 departures Daily |
| Daily Ferries in Summer | Up to 5 daily departures |
| Average Ticket Price | €48 / $52 / £42 |
| Ferry Operators on this route | TP Line, Krilo Kapetan Luka, Jadrolinija |
| Departure Location | Dubrovnik Port |
| Non Stop Ferry | No, all ferries, have stops on the way |
Text and travel tips by Morten Smalby a travel Nomad living in Split Croatia
