Seasonal route
Do not assume a direct Dubrovnik → Hvar sailing exists in winter. Search your exact travel date before building the rest of the itinerary.
Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry
Direct passenger catamarans run from Dubrovnik to Hvar Town in season. Check your exact date before you build onward plans.
Popular routeLonger coastal sailings are worth checking early.
Quick answer
Dubrovnik → Hvar at a glance
ServiceSeasonal ferry service
Duration3 hr 20 min–3 hr 40 min
Leaves fromDubrovnik
Arrives atHvar Town
FaresFrom €40
Car deckNo · passengers only
2026 season
Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry: direct to Hvar Town, April to October.
This is a seasonal passenger-catamaran route, not a car ferry. In 2026 the direct service is generally available from April through October, with the quickest crossing about 3 hr 20 min and route-level fares from €40.
Fastest direct crossing
Kapetan Luka–Krilo and TP Line operate high-speed passenger services; the exact journey time varies by sailing.
Walk off in the centre
The direct catamaran arrives in Hvar Town. If a vehicle must travel, use the road and car-ferry network instead of this passenger route.
2026 timetable & fares
Seasonal, direct and easy to compare.
Dubrovnik to Hvar is a daytime passenger-catamaran route. It is one of the coast’s most useful long-distance links, but it does not run through the winter.
Direct catamarans arrive in Hvar Town without a road transfer.
The route normally operates from April to October, with daily service in the main season.
Verified 29 September 2026 for one passenger. Live prices can change by operator, departure and availability.
| Operator | 2026 availability | Typical time | Vehicle? | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapetan Luka-Krilo | Apr–Oct | About 3 hr 20 min | No | Hvar Town |
| TP Line | Apr–Oct | About 3 hr 35 min | No | Hvar Town |
Checked 29 September 2026. Schedules and fares change by season and departure. Use live availability for the exact price and operator on your date.
See sailings for your dateBefore you book
Direct to Hvar Town — but only for foot passengers.
The real decision is whether the direct catamaran runs on your date and whether you are travelling without a vehicle.
On foot? Use the direct catamaran.
You arrive in Hvar Town itself. Because the route is seasonal, confirm the exact sailing date before booking hotels, transfers or onward ferries.
See sailings for your dateBringing a car? Do not book this route.
The direct Dubrovnik–Hvar catamarans do not carry vehicles. From the Dubrovnik direction, a road connection plus a vehicle ferry such as Drvenik → Sućuraj is the type of plan you need.
See the car-ferry optionDeparture
Dubrovnik Ferry Port ↗
Check the exact terminal and boarding time shown with your sailing before departure.
Arrival
Hvar Town Ferry Port ↗
Use the arrival port as your starting point for the destination, onward transport or a local walk.
Local Way
One useful detail.
Keep the first hour flexible: ferry arrival times and local connections can shift in the main season.
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Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry 2026
How long is the ferry from Dubrovnik to Hvar?
The crossing typically takes 3 hr 20 min–3 hr 40 min. Check the selected sailing for the exact journey time.
What should I check before booking the Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry?
Direct to Hvar Town — but only for foot passengers. The real decision is whether the direct catamaran runs on your date and whether you are travelling without a vehicle.
Can I take a car on this route?
Bringing a car? Do not book this route. The direct Dubrovnik–Hvar catamarans do not carry vehicles. From the Dubrovnik direction, a road connection plus a vehicle ferry such as Drvenik → Sućuraj is the type of plan you need.
Which ports does the Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry use?
The route leaves from Dubrovnik and arrives at Hvar Town. Check the exact terminal shown with your selected sailing before departure.
Where can I see live sailings and tickets?
Use the Find tickets button on this page to open current dates, availability and fares with our booking partner.
When does the Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry run in 2026?
The direct passenger route is seasonal and normally operates from April to October. In the main season there are around 3 daily crossings, depending on the date.
How much is the Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry?
Current route-level passenger fares start from €40. The exact price depends on the travel date, operator and availability.
Which companies operate the Dubrovnik to Hvar ferry?
Kapetan Luka-Krilo and TP Line operate direct high-speed passenger catamarans between Dubrovnik and Hvar Town during the operating season.