National Park trip? Polače can work well.
You arrive on the western side of Mljet, avoiding a long transfer back from the island’s main eastern gateway.
See sailings for your dateDubrovnik to Polače ferry
Check Dubrovnik to Polače ferry connections, seasonal departures and arrival guidance for reaching Mljet National Park through Polače harbour.
Quick answer
Dubrovnik → Polače at a glance
ServiceSeasonal direct passenger ferry
DurationAbout 1 hr 45 min
Leaves fromDubrovnik Gruž Ferry Port
Arrives atPolače Port
Car deckNo · passengers only
Before you book
Polače is a west-Mljet arrival for the National Park side of the island.
It can be a better arrival than Sobra when the National Park is the purpose of the trip, but the direct service is seasonal.
Want the closest park-side arrival?
Also compare Pomena. It is another seasonal west-side port and is closest to the commonly used park entrance area.
Compare PomenaDeparture
Dubrovnik Gruž Ferry Port
This passenger connection is seasonal; confirm the current sailing.
Arrival
Polače Port
Polače is inside the national-park area, with local transport and walking options onward.
Local Way
One useful detail.
Polače gives more of a village arrival; Pomena is often the more direct lakes-first choice.
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Arriving in Polače?
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Is the Dubrovnik to Polače ferry the right route for my trip?
National-park visitors who also want a harbour village and Roman remains.
What should I check before booking the Dubrovnik to Polače ferry?
Polače is a west-Mljet arrival for the National Park side of the island. It can be a better arrival than Sobra when the National Park is the purpose of the trip, but the direct service is seasonal.
Which ports does the Dubrovnik to Polače ferry use?
The route leaves from Dubrovnik Gruž Ferry Port and arrives at Polače Port. Check the exact terminal shown with your selected sailing before departure.
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