Split Vela Luka Ferry
The ferry from Split to Vela Luka is a popular route connecting the mainland and Korcula Island. The route is operated by the Jadrolinija ferry company with a car ferry and a catamaran.
The car ferry line operates daily, with additional departures during the summer season. From June to October, there are up to 2 departures, one at 10:30 am and the other one at 5:30 pm. Accordingly, the arrival times in Vela Luka are usually 1:30 pm and 20:15 pm. The ferry then continues to Ubli (Lastovo) where is his final stop.
The fast ferry operates daily, with 1 departure at 3:00 pm. The arrival in Vela Luka is at 5:20 pm. The catamaran also makes a stop in Hvar town along the way and continues to Ubli (Lastovo) as a final stop.
The travel time between these two destinations is about 4 hours with a ferry and about 2 hours with a catamaran.
Split Vela Luka , 2024-12-31
2024 Split Vela Luka Ferry Prices
Below is the 2024 price list for car ferries as well as the catamaran. The regular price of the car ferry is 9,83 EUR and for a fast ferry is 10,03 EUR.
My tips for traveling with car ferry from Split to Vela Luka on Island Korcula
- Be at the port at least 1 hour prior to the departure, especially in summer Split ferry port is very busy and it can take some time to navigate to the right waiting spot.
- Bring food and drinks, (Usually we have a cooling box in the car with sandwiched and drinks), you can buy also onboard, but I find it quite expensive.
- If you travel with kids, bring games and other entertainment stuff, 4 hours is a long time on a ferry.
- If the departure is busy, i recommend that at least one or two from your group, has a separate ticket, so that they can board as food passengers and secure seating.
- On my last trip is went with the ferry Bartol Kašić, this ferry has plenty of inside and outside seating, but the best seats outside are very popular. (See photo above, ferry was not to full when i sailed)
- Soon my team and I will publish a detailed video about the ferry trip from Split to Vela Luka, so subscribe to my teams youtube channel or my youtube channel to get notified
Split to Vela Luka Ferry FAQs
Yes, the top of the car ferry is an outside area with plenty of seating and a great view. On the other hand, it is advisable to stay inside the ship in case of catamarans
The sailing time is about 4 hours with car ferry and about 2 hours with the catamaran / passenger only ferry.
On the fast ferry, you can bring 20 kg of luggage, which is included in the price of the ticket. On the car ferry, the limit is 100 Kg per passenger.
No, the tickets are only valid for a specific departure.
No, ticket reservation is not possible, but you can buy tickets 2 month prior to departure online,
Officially not, but if you bring water you should not run into any troubles. On all catamarans and ferries between these two destinations, there is a coffee bar or vending machine where you can buy snacks and drinks.
Sure, there is space on the car ferry deck for bicycles. NOTE: Remember that you need to buy an adult ticket for the bicycle. On catamarans, you cannot bring bicycles.
Yes, you there is a much short car ferry route from Orebic to Dominci, this ferry operators very frequent as has a sailing time of only 20 minutes
Other popular ferries from Split
Facts about the Spilt Vela Luka ferry connection:
| Whole Year Ferry Route | Yes |
| Car Ferry Route | Yes |
| Fastest Travel Time | 2 hours |
| Travel distance by Sea | 43 NM (80 Km) |
| Ticket Price (Adult one-way) | 9.83 Euros |
| Ferry companies on the route | Jadrolinija |
| Earliest departure (High Season) | 10.15 am |
Text, photos and travel tips by Morten Smalby a travel Nomad living in Split Croatia
