Split to Hvar Ferry
The Split to Hvar ferry is one of the most popular ferry connections in Croatia. Several ferry companies operate the route, all of which use fast-boat catamarans.
The sailing time is about 1 hour. In May and October, there are up to 6 daily departures. In June, July, August, and September, there are usually more than 10 daily fast ferry departures. During the winter season, there are 2 daily catamarans.
Most of the ferries sail back from town Hvar to Split after disembarkation, but some of the departures continue from Hvar to Korcula or from Hvar to Vis.
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Map travel route Split - Hvar
Video about the Ferry Split to Hvar
Split to Hvar ferry FAQs
Below, I have tried to answer some of the typical questions regarding the ferry from Split to Hvar.
The sailing time from Split to Hvar town is about 60 minutes.
The timetable for the catamarans varies depending on the time of year. The highest number of daily departures is during July and August, and the fewest departures are from October to April.
Yes, there are ferries year-round
Depends on the operator. On catamarans operated by Jadrolinija, you cannot bring your bike. However, on the Krilo Jet catamaran, you can bring your bike, but you have to buy a ticket for it in advance, as there are only a few spaces. Alternatively, you can take one of the other ferry connections to Island Hvar, such as the car ferry from Split to Stari Grad. Here you can take a bike without any problem (just remember the bike needs a ticket :-))
No, there are no car ferries on the route from Split – Hvar town. You will have to travel from Split to Stari Grad if you want to bring your car.
No, you can not reserve specific seats. However, as Split is the starting location of the catamaran, you should be able to get seats next to each other if you are early in line at the Split port.
Not mandatory, but the ferry from Split to Hvar is extremely popular, especially in the summer. So if you wish to board a specific departure, you should definitely buy the ticket in advance, either online or one day before at the port.
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 separate policies for ticket amendment and cancellation, so you will have to check with them.
You can bring one large suitcase (up to 20 kg, but nobody checks the exact weight :-)), plus a handbag/backpack. The suitcases are stored in the catamaran racks, so keep your valuables and electronics in your handbag.
Yes, of course. There is the car ferry from Split to Stari Grad, and a car ferry from Drvenik to Sucuraj. Moreover, there is a catamaran from Split to Jelsa on Hvar Island and a catamaran from Dubrovnik to Hvar town.
My personal tips for the Split to Hvar trip
- If you like a good view and want to sit together, be early at the port. In summer, there can be huge lines for boarding the boat, and as there is free seating, you will simply get better seats if you are first in line.
- If you don’t care about where you sit, be the last one to board, as you will then have it way easier with getting your luggage when you need to get off the boat
- Bring a bottle of water, most boats have air conditioning, but with over 300 people in a fairly small place, it can still feel quite warm. You can buy drinks on the boat, but it is way cheaper to bring your own.
- All operators have fairly good ships, so do not pick based on the operator; pick based on the departure time that suits you the most.
- Suitcases are usually piled up somewhere on the boat, so make sure you have nothing breakable.
Facts about this ferry route:
| Travel Time | 1 Hour |
| Distance | 24 Nautical Miles (44 Km) |
| Ferry Companies | TP Line, Kapetan Luka, Jadrolinija |
| Departures in the winter | 2 Daily |
| Departures in the summer | Up to 15 Daily |
| Ticket Price | Average 25€, $27, £21 |
Popular ferries from Split
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Text and travel tips by Morten Smalby, a travel Nomad living in Split, Croatia+
