Dugi Otok & Iž
Ferry to Sali, Zaglav and Bršanj
From Zadar to Sali and Zaglav on Dugi Otok and on to Bršanj on Iž.
- Approx. 43 min to Sali
- Up to 3× daily from Zadar
- TP Line from Zadar
Route guide
Taking the ferry from Zadar to Sali, Zaglav and Bršanj
Table of Contents
Getting there and the terminal
TP Line takes you on the MB Arta from Zadar to Dugi Otok and on to Iž. The line starts in Zadar and first calls at Sali, the largest village on Dugi Otok, before continuing to Zaglav; some departures then go on to Bršanj on the neighbouring island of Iž. On weekdays the boat leaves Zadar three times, and on Sundays three times at slightly different times, which usually leaves enough leeway for a day trip with a same-day return.
Check-in
At the quay in Zadar you should be there 30 minutes before departure; at Sali, Zaglav and Bršanj, 15 minutes is enough. The boarding points are right in each village.
On board
Each passenger is allowed 20 kilograms of luggage, and if there is space the crew will take more. Small pets travel in a closed carrier; larger animals only if a suitable deck cage is on board.
Vehicles and bikes
The MB Arta is a passenger-only line: it carries neither cars nor bikes. If you want to take your own car to Dugi Otok, you need the separate car ferry to Brbinj in the north of the island; more in the guide to car ferries in Croatia.
Arrival and onward travel
In Sali you dock right in the heart of the largest village on Dugi Otok. The fishing village is the closest gateway to Telašćica Nature Park with its sheer cliffs and the saltwater Lake Mir; entry and access are managed by the park authority on site. Zaglav and Bršanj are much smaller quays with short walks into each village.
Tickets and fares
Book your ticket to Sali, Zaglav or Bršanj via the departures on this page. The prices page explains how the fare is made up.
The line at a glance
Zadar - Sali - Zaglav - Bršanj at a glance
TP Line operates the state-licensed line from Zadar via Sali and Zaglav on Dugi Otok to Bršanj on the neighbouring island of Iž, using the MB Arta. On weekdays the boat leaves Zadar three times, and on Sundays at slightly different times.
Sali and Zaglav are only a short hop of around a quarter of an hour apart, and some departures then continue to Bršanj.
- Crossing
- approx. 43 min to Sali
- Operator
- TP Line
- Frequency
- up to 3× daily
- Prices from
- €3
Next departures
Zadar - Sali - Zaglav - Bršanj FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Questions about the ferry from Zadar to Dugi Otok and Iž.
How long is the ferry from Zadar to Sali? +
Around 43 minutes direct. If the boat continues to Zaglav or on to Bršanj on Iž, the trip takes longer. The timetable shows the exact times for your date.
How often does TP Line sail to Dugi Otok? +
On weekdays three times a day from Zadar, and on Sundays three times at slightly different times. There is also a short shuttle between Sali and Zaglav.
How much is the ferry to Sali or Zaglav? +
Current fares for adults, children and each destination port are on the prices page.
Can I take my car or bike? +
No. TP Line's MB Arta is a passenger-only line and does not carry vehicles or bikes. For the car ferry from Zadar to Dugi Otok (to Brbinj), see our guide to car ferries in Croatia.
When do I need to be at the quay? +
In Zadar 30 minutes before departure; on the islands, at Sali, Zaglav and Bršanj, 15 minutes is enough.
Can I take luggage on board? +
Yes, up to 20 kilograms per person is allowed. If there is space on board, the crew will take more.
Off to Dugi Otok
Check the departures and get your ticket to Sali, Zaglav or Bršanj.