Ferries & Island Hopping
Croatia without a ferry is like Italy without pasta. The Jadrolinija (state-owned) operates the largest network with car and passenger ferries. Additionally: Krilo and TP Line (fast catamarans, passengers only).
Important Ferry Connections
| Route | Type | Duration | Person | Car | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Split → Supetar (Brač) | Car ferry | 50 min | €5 | €35 | Jadrolinija |
| Split → Stari Grad (Hvar) | Car ferry | 2h | €7 | €42 | Jadrolinija |
| Split → Hvar (City) | Catamaran | 1h | €12 | — | Krilo |
| Split → Vis | Car ferry | 2h 20 | €8 | €45 | Jadrolinija |
| Split → Vis | Catamaran | 1h 25 | €12 | — | Krilo |
| Drvenik → Sučuraj (Hvar East) | Car ferry | 35 min | €3 | €25 | Jadrolinija |
| Dubrovnik → Korčula | Catamaran | 2h 30 | €15 | — | Krilo/TP Line |
| Orebić → Korčula (Dominče) | Car ferry | 15 min | €3 | €25 | Jadrolinija |
| Valbiska (Krk) → Merag (Cres) | Car ferry | 25 min | €4 | €28 | Jadrolinija |
| Zadar → Sali (Dugi Otok) | Car ferry | 1h 15 | €5 | €30 | Jadrolinija |
| Rijeka → Split → Hvar → Korčula → Dubrovnik | Coastal ferry | 22h | €35 | — | Jadrolinija |
Booking & Tips
- Car Ferries: In high season definitely book online (jadrolinija.hr). Without booking, expect 2–3 ferry waits!
- Catamarans: Passengers + hand luggage only. Faster and more comfortable, but no car.
- Island Hopping Route: Krilo runs the route Split → Hvar → Korčula → Mljet → Dubrovnik. Perfect for island hopping without a car.
- Prices: Pedestrians on car ferries are cheaper than catamaran tickets!
- Bora Wind: Ferries are canceled in strong Bora (north wind). More frequent in winter, rare in summer but possible.
💡 Tipp
The Krilo catamaran connection Split → Hvar → Korčula → Dubrovnik is perfect for island hopping without a car. Be sure to book tickets online (krfrancesca.com)!