How to get from Hvar to Split
Fast passenger catamarans link Hvar town and Split in about 1 hour, several times a day in summer. The Jadrolinija car ferry from Stari Grad takes about 2 hours and is the only way to bring a car.
Best option: Ferry. The catamaran from Hvar town is the quickest link and lands in Split right by the old town.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ferry Passenger catamarans from Hvar town to Split harbour (operators include Jadrolinija and Krilo / TP Line) | about 1 h, longer on services with stops | several a day in summer, 1–2 a day in winter | about €10–25 | Book ahead in July and August; check current seasonal timetables. |
| ferry Jadrolinija car ferry from Stari Grad to Split | about 2 h, plus about 20 minutes by road from Hvar town to Stari Grad | several a day in summer, fewer in winter | about €6–8 per passenger, plus about €30–50 for a car | Arrive early with a car in peak season; queues for the ferry can be long. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Catamarans leave from Hvar town; car ferries leave from Stari Grad on the north coast.
- Local buses connect Stari Grad port with Hvar town, timed loosely with ferries.
- In Split, both ferries and catamarans dock next to the old town and the bus station.
- Rough seas occasionally cancel catamarans, mostly outside summer.
Common questions
How long is the ferry from Hvar to Split?
Fast catamarans from Hvar town take about 1 hour to Split, a little longer if they stop at other islands. The car ferry from Stari Grad takes about 2 hours, and you also need around 20 minutes to drive from Hvar town to Stari Grad. Check the current timetables, because frequency drops sharply between October and May.
Do I need to book the Hvar to Split catamaran in advance?
In July and August, yes, especially for afternoon and evening sailings, which often sell out. Tickets can be bought online from the operators or at harbour kiosks. Outside the peak season you can usually buy on the day, but there are far fewer departures, so plan around the timetable rather than assuming a boat every hour.
Can I take a car from Hvar to Split?
Yes, but only on the Jadrolinija car ferry from Stari Grad, not on the catamarans from Hvar town. The crossing takes about 2 hours. In high season, queues can mean waiting for a later sailing, so arrive at least an hour early. Booking a vehicle ticket online where available reduces the risk of being turned away.
Can I visit Split as a day trip from Hvar?
Yes. With a catamaran taking about an hour each way, you can spend most of the day in Split visiting Diocletian's Palace, the Riva promenade and Marjan hill. Check the last return sailing before you go, because evening departures are limited outside July and August and missing it means a night in Split.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.