Split to Dubrovnik Ferry
The ferry route from Split to Dubrovnik is currently operated by the ferry companies Jadrolinija, TP Line, and Krilo. Each of them has one or two departures, which is a catamaran/fast ferry for foot passengers only and operates in the summer season.
Here is the travel routes of some of the departures:
The Jadrolinija catamaran has the following sailing route: Split – Bol – Hvar – Korčula – Dubrovnik. The sailing time is around 6 hours.
The Krilo catamaran runs the following route: Split – Bol – Makarska – Korčula – Mljet – Dubrovnik and the travel time is about 5 hours.
The TP line ferry has the following sailing routes Split – Milna(Brac) – Hvar town – Korcula – Pomena(Mljet) – Dubrovnik, sailing time is about 5.5 hours.
As an alternative to the fast ferry (or the only option during the winter season), there are lots of buses from Split to Dubrovnik. The driving time of those is from 3 hours 30 minutes.
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Map travel route Split - Dubrovnik
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Ferry Split to Dubrovnik FAQs
Below I have tried to answer some of the typical question people ask when travelling from Split to Dubrovnik by ferry.
The sailing time is 5h with Krilo catamaran, and 6h with Jadrolinija catamaran.
Usually, the catamaran has a dedicated pier number from where they depart, but check out our information about the Split ferry port.
On catamarans operated by Jadrolinija, you can not bring your bike. However, on the Krilo catamaran, you can bring your bike, but you have to buy a ticket for it in advance, as there are only a few spaces.
If you travel with Jadrolinija you can see their rules here. If you travel with Krilo you can see the rules for pets here.
Unfortunately, you cannot reserve a seat upfront as seating is free. There is a seat for all passengers but the only option to catch a larger chunk of seats next to each other is to be first in line when you board the catamaran in Split.
Yes, all the catamarans have toilets.
Yes, each of the catamarans has a kiosk/bar, where you can buy, coffee, drinks, and snacks.
Each of the catamaran companies has different policies, for ticket amendment and cancellation, so you will have to check with them.
Traveling with a catamaran is more like traveling by train, you can walk around onboard, you have toilets and catering.
Yes, it is possible to do a day trip via ferry. You could take the morning catamaran from Split and be in Dubrovnik around noon. The departure back to Split is always around 16.30h, giving you a few hours to explore the city.
My personal tips for the Split to Dubrovnik trip
- Under my tips for the route Split to Hvar, i said being early or late for the boarding have different advantages. This is not the case for the route Split to Dubrovnik. I would 100% recommend, to be early at the port, so you can secure some good window seats on the boat, why is that?
- As I mentioned further up in the text, the ferries does not sail direct, but stops on Islands on the way, and having window seats, just gives you better access to the scenic views!
- 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.
Popular ferries from Split
| Ferry Split to Korcula | Ferry Split to Bol | Ferry Split to Vis |
| Ferry Split to Rogac | Ferry Split to Supetar | Ferry Split to Milna |
| Ferry Split to Ancona | Ferry Split to Mljet | Ferry Split to Stari Grad |
Popular ferries from Dubrovnik
| Dubrovnik to Hvar | Dubrovnik to Korcula | Dubrovnik to Mljet |
| Dubrovnik to Lopud | Dubrovnik to Bari | Dubrovnik to Sipanska Luka |
Facts about Ferry Split to Dubrovnik
| 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 | Split 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
