Ferries to Hvar at a glance
The first thing to settle is whether you bring a car. The car ferry from Split goes to Stari Grad, a port on the north coast. Foot passengers can take it too. The catamaran from Split goes straight to Hvar Town but takes no cars. Split to Hvar by boat therefore means two harbours about 20 minutes apart by road.
Timetables change with the season, and a sailing can be altered at short notice. Check the current timetable of the operator before you go, and treat the times below as examples.
Car ferry from Split to Stari Grad
Line 635 of Jadrolinija, the state ferry company.
When and how long
The line runs all year on a seasonal timetable. The crossing takes 110 to 120 minutes, so plan for around two hours.
Check-in
A ticket reserves a place on the sailing you choose. Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure, and 60 minutes in the season.
Onward to Hvar Town
From the Stari Grad terminal it is around 20 minutes by road to Hvar Town. This is a rough guide with no allowance for traffic.
Children
Children under 1 travel free and are entered with the adult. From 1 up to under 3 they travel free on their own ticket.
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If you arrive via Split, this ticket covers the crossing in the direction you choose, with an e-ticket by email.
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2026 fares per direction
Off-season runs 1 January to 28 May and 28 September to 31 December. Season runs 29 May to 27 September. Island resident fares are not shown.
| Line and ticket | Off-season | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Split to Stari Grad, adult | €5.90 | €8.40 |
| Split to Stari Grad, child 3 to 12 | €3.00 | €4.20 |
| Split to Stari Grad, car (standard class) | €35.60 | €47.60 |
| Drvenik to Sućuraj, adult | €2.40 | €4.10 |
| Drvenik to Sućuraj, child 3 to 12 | €1.40 | €2.10 |
| Drvenik to Sućuraj, car (standard class) | €13.50 | €19.70 |
The car price covers the vehicle, not the people in it. The standard class on the Split line is a car with up to 9 seats, up to 5 m long and up to 2 m high. A larger vehicle pays more. For most visitors without a car, the catamaran to Hvar Town is the simpler choice. With a car, book the Stari Grad ferry.
Catamaran to Hvar Town
The passenger boat from Split.
The direct catamaran Split to Hvar Town, line 641 of Jadrolinija, is a passenger service. One example sailing leaves at 10:10 and arrives at 11:15, which is 65 minutes. The fare is €25, and each extra piece of luggage costs €5. The summer block of sailings runs from 19 June to 13 September 2026.
This is a seasonal line. In 2026 the season ran from early or mid May to 11 October. Another operator offers a direct Split to Hvar crossing of about 50 minutes at €25 as well, and fares on other catamarans differ, so do not assume one price for all. Look up the dates for your trip each year.
Drvenik to Sućuraj
The short crossing at the eastern tip.
Line 632 links Drvenik on the mainland with Sućuraj at the eastern end of Hvar and runs all year. The crossing takes 30 minutes. A ticket is valid on the printed day for any sailing of that line, so there is no fixed place on one departure as there is on the Split line. Sailings are densest from 26 June to 30 August 2026. Do not expect a departure every hour round the clock.
The ferry lands far from Hvar Town. By car, Sućuraj to Hvar Town takes about 90 minutes, which is not a short hop.
Jelsa and the Bol line
Another way in.
Line 9603 runs Split, Bol, Stari Grad and Jelsa as one route. The fast-boat ticket is tied to the sailing you choose. Crossing times depend on the sailing and its stops, so look at the exact timetable for your date. See the day trips page for Brač and the other islands.
Plan the rest of your trip
Where the ferry fits.
Ferries to Hvar: frequently asked questions
Does the Split ferry go to Hvar Town?
The car ferry goes to Stari Grad. The catamaran goes to Hvar Town and takes foot passengers only. The two harbours are about 20 minutes apart by road.
How long is the ferry from Split to Hvar?
The car ferry to Stari Grad takes 110 to 120 minutes. The direct catamaran to Hvar Town takes about 50 to 65 minutes.
How much does the car ferry cost?
In the 2026 season an adult pays €8.40 and a standard car €47.60 per direction. Off-season it is €5.90 and €35.60.
Do I need to reserve a car ferry place?
A ticket on the Split to Stari Grad line reserves a place on the sailing you choose. Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure, 60 in the season.
Can I take a car on the catamaran?
No. The catamaran carries passengers and luggage only.