Croatia ferries
Split - Hvar
Catamarans from Split to Hvar Town and to Jelsa on the north of the island.
- Up to 14 departures a day
- Crossings from 50 minutes
- Also on to Jelsa
Route guide
Travel information for Split - Hvar
Table of Contents
Getting there and the terminal
The catamarans to Hvar leave from Split's city port, on the eastern side of the harbour in the centre. All lines from Split are listed on ferries from Split, and combinations of several islands in our guide to island hopping in Croatia.
Check-in
TP Line and Krilo Kapetan Luka recommend being at the quay at least 15 minutes before departure; Jadrolinija's requirement is stated in your booking confirmation.
On board
The catamarans are seating-only boats without cabins, and you sit inside. Payment options on board vary by boat and operator.
Vehicles and bikes
All three operators on this line run passenger-only catamarans that don't carry vehicles. With your car, you cross on Jadrolinija's car ferry from Split to Stari Grad. The crossing takes around two hours, and your ticket is also your reservation for the departure you booked. In summer Jadrolinija recommends being at the port 60 minutes before departure. Find out more about car ferries to Hvar in our guide to car ferries in Croatia. Bicycles are not allowed on Jadrolinija's catamarans.
Arrival and onward travel
The catamarans dock in the harbour of Hvar Town, right on the waterfront below the fortress. From there you can walk to the old town and most hotels in a few minutes. Just offshore lie the Pakleni Islands, a popular day trip by water taxi.
Tickets and fares
Book your ticket through the departures on this page and show the mobile ticket on your smartphone at the quay. The prices page explains how the fare is made up.
Route profile
Catamaran between Split and Hvar
Three ferry operators link Split with Hvar Town: Jadrolinija, Krilo Kapetan Luka and TP Line share the route, adding up to as many as 14 departures a day. Depending on the boat, the crossing takes 50 to 85 minutes.
Once a day, a catamaran also runs from Split to Jelsa on the north side of Hvar. This line ends with the summer timetable on 30 September.
- Crossing
- approx. 50-85 min
- Operator
- Jadrolinija, Krilo, TP Line
- Frequency
- up to 14× daily
- Prices from
- €5
- TP Line
- Krilo Kapetan Luka
- Krilo Shipping Company
Next departures
Split - Hvar FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the catamaran between Split and Hvar.
How long is the ferry from Split to Hvar? +
Between 50 and 85 minutes, depending on the operator and the boat. The timetable shows the exact crossing time for your date.
How often does the catamaran run between Split and Hvar? +
On busy days up to 14 times a day in each direction, shared between Jadrolinija, Krilo Kapetan Luka and TP Line.
Is there also a ferry from Split to Jelsa? +
Yes, Krilo Shipping Company sails once a day from Split to Jelsa on the north of Hvar. This line runs on the summer timetable until the end of September.
How much is a ticket from Split to Hvar? +
Ticket prices vary by operator, boat and date. Current prices are on the prices page.
Can I take my car to Hvar? +
Only on the car ferry, as the catamarans don't take vehicles. Jadrolinija's car ferry runs from Split to Stari Grad in around two hours; the ticket is only valid for the departure you booked. Find out more on car ferries in Croatia.
Can I take my pet on the catamaran? +
With Krilo Kapetan Luka, dogs and cats travel with a valid pet passport, on a lead or in a pet carrier.