Use Hvar Town for direct passenger catamarans from Split, Dubrovnik and nearby islands. It puts you within walking distance of the centre.
Split → Hvar TownHVAR FERRY GUIDE
Ferries to Hvar.
The island has more than one ferry answer.
Hvar Town is the passenger harbour for fast catamarans. If a vehicle must travel from Split, use the car ferry to Stari Grad.
Split → Hvar TownDirect passenger ferry into Hvar Town.Split → Stari GradTake your vehicle to Hvar island.Dubrovnik → HvarSeasonal long-distance passenger connection.Korčula → HvarUseful island-hopping passenger route.Vis → HvarCheck the operating date before planning.Bol → HvarPassenger connection from Brač.
CHOOSE THE HVAR PORT
Hvar Town and Stari Grad solve different trips.
Use Stari Grad when a vehicle must travel from Split. Jadrolinija’s car ferry takes about 2 hr, then you continue by road across Hvar island.
Split → Stari GradThe direct passenger route to Hvar Town is seasonal, generally April–October in 2026, and the quickest crossing is about 3 hr 20 min.
Dubrovnik → HvarChecked 28 September 2026. Port choice matters more than the word “Hvar” on the ticket: Hvar Town and Stari Grad are different arrival points.