Ferry from Split to Hvar
Overview
Looking for a ferry from Split to Hvar? Haqqi Tours arranges Split to Hvar ferry tickets - foot passengers, seats and cabins where they exist - confirmed in writing in the WhatsApp chat. The crossing takes around 1 hour 10 minutes with Krilo - Kapetan Luka and Jadrolinija catamarans, several a day in summer, 1-2 in winter, from Split Riva / passenger port to Hvar Town harbour. This guide covers the cost of the ferry from Split to Hvar, the cheapest way to get a ticket, timetable and season, the ports, and how to book with us.
Highlights
- Ferry from Split to Hvar in about 1 hour 10 minutes - high-speed passenger catamaran
- Operated by Krilo - Kapetan Luka and Jadrolinija catamarans
- Departs Split Riva / passenger port, arrives Hvar Town harbour
- Several a day in summer, 1-2 in winter - we find the sailing that fits your day
- Cheapest ferry ticket from Split to Hvar: every fare and operator checked for your date
- Foot passengers only - luggage carried free within the operator's limits
- Complete the form - we message you through WhatsApp with sailings and the price, you confirm, the e-ticket is issued
- Haqqi Tours also provides transfers to the port and tours at both ends of the Split to Hvar crossing
Full Description
Ferry from Split to Hvar at a glance
The ferry from Split to Hvar in numbers, as operated by Krilo - Kapetan Luka and Jadrolinija catamarans: around 1 hour 10 minutes at sea, about 45 km, several a day in summer, 1-2 in winter, on high-speed passenger catamaran. Departure from Split Riva / passenger port; arrival at Hvar Town harbour. We offer foot-passenger tickets and cabins or reserved seats where the ship has them.
- Route: Split to Hvar (about 45 km by sea)
- Operator: Krilo - Kapetan Luka and Jadrolinija catamarans
- Crossing time: about 1 hour 10 minutes
- Vessels: high-speed passenger catamaran
- Frequency: several a day in summer, 1-2 in winter
- Departure port: Split Riva / passenger port
- Arrival port: Hvar Town harbour
- Vehicles: passengers only
- Booking: form on this page, confirmation on WhatsApp, electronic ticket by message
Hvar Town is the most popular island trip from Split and the boats are busiest from June to September, so book ahead for weekends; the catamaran carries passengers only, while cars use the Stari Grad car ferry.
Return ferry from Hvar to Split
The Hvar to Split ferry is the same crossing in reverse, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Haqqi Tours offers the return ticket in the same conversation; if the return date is not fixed, an open return on the same operator keeps it flexible.
How much does the ferry from Split to Hvar cost?
The cost of the ferry from Split to Hvar depends on the operator, the type of vessel, the date, whether you travel as a foot passenger or with a car, and the seat or cabin you choose. A conventional ferry is cheaper than a high-speed one; a summer Saturday costs more than a weekday in May; a car adds a vehicle fare; a cabin on an overnight sailing adds more. That is why Haqqi Tours does not print a price: we verify the live fares for your exact date and send the real cost in the WhatsApp chat, with the options side by side.
The figure we send is the total: passengers, seats or cabin and port fees. If a slower sailing an hour later is cheaper, we say so; on this route the conventional ferry is frequently the best value for a family.
Cheapest ferry ticket from Split to Hvar: how to pay less
Getting the lowest fare on the ferry from Split to Hvar is a matter of vessel, timing and flexibility. Here is how Haqqi Tours finds you a cheap ferry ticket:
- Let us know if your dates are flexible; moving by a day frequently changes the fare
- Compare operators - on this route the cheapest company changes with the date
- Travel light - some fast boats limit luggage per passenger
- Book the return with the outbound - open returns and round-trip fares are cheaper on many operators
- Ask about children's, student and resident fares, and about vehicle offers outside high season
- Choose the conventional ferry over the high-speed boat when time allows - it is cheaper, steadier and often more scenic
We answer "what is the cheapest way to get from Split to Hvar by ferry?" many times a day; the answer for your date comes back through WhatsApp with the booking ready to confirm.
How to book ferry tickets from Split to Hvar with Haqqi Tours
The easiest way to book a ferry from Split to Hvar is to let a person do it. The form asks for the essentials; the details - a car and its length, a cabin, a pushchair, a pet, a connection on arrival - you tell us by WhatsApp when we message you to confirm. We provide the ticket, explain check-in at Split Riva / passenger port and stay reachable during the crossing.
- Step 1 - complete the form: date, one-way or return, adults and children
- Step 2 - we message you on WhatsApp with the sailings, vessels, seats or cabins and the cost
- Step 3 - you confirm the sailing you prefer and we arrange payment in the same chat
- Step 4 - we issue the e-ticket and send it; we stay in touch until you land in Hvar
Because a person books it, we can line the Split to Hvar ferry up with a flight or a train the same day, choose the sailing that leaves a safe margin, and warn you if the weather forecast makes the fast boat a risk.
Timetable and season of the Split to Hvar ferry
Several a day in summer, 1-2 in winter - that is how often the ferry from Split to Hvar runs, with more departures in summer and fewer, sometimes weather-dependent, in winter. Allow about 1 hour 10 minutes at sea plus check-in at the port. Timetables change between seasons, so we send the exact departures for your dates rather than a list that may be out of date.
If a sailing is cancelled by the operator for weather, you are rebooked on the next available or refunded; our WhatsApp desk handles that for you on the day.
Departure: Split Riva / passenger port
The ferry from Split to Hvar leaves from Split Riva / passenger port, in Split - Split is Croatia's Dalmatian port city, built around the Roman Diocletian's Palace, and the ferry gateway to the central islands. Foot passengers should be at the port 45 to 60 minutes before departure, earlier on international crossings where passports are checked. Getting there: The airport shuttle bus takes about 45 minutes to the main bus station near the port and suits a single traveller staying in the centre; a private car is faster and simpler for Trogir, Omiš, Makarska, island ferry connections or a family with luggage.
- Keep the e-ticket and the ID or passport used for booking together
- Luggage is carried free within the shipping line's limits; large bags go on the racks or the car deck
- Cafés, kiosks and waiting halls at Split Riva / passenger port; some fast boats board only minutes before sailing
- Haqqi Tours provides a private transfer from your hotel in Split to the port on request
Arrival: Hvar Town harbour
The ferry docks at Hvar Town harbour - Hvar is a sunny Dalmatian island known for its lavender fields, its Venetian harbour town and its summer nightlife. From the pier you are minutes from taxis, buses and the town itself. Haqqi Tours can provide a private transfer from the port to your hotel in Hvar with a driver waiting at the exit, which for a family with bags is the easiest way to finish the Split to Hvar crossing.
Many passengers continue from Hvar to another island or city. We provide those tickets too, so one WhatsApp conversation covers the whole itinerary.
On board the Split to Hvar ferry: seats, cabins and luggage
The ship makes the difference on this route: the conventional ferry has more space, open decks and a steadier ride; the high-speed boat has airline seating and gets you there faster. Children have their own fares, luggage travels free within limits, and pets are accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels.
- Children's fares by age; infants generally free
- Pets accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels - let us know if one is travelling
- Seats: economy, airline-style, lounge and business on the fast boats; deck seats on the slow ferries
- Cabins with beds and showers on overnight sailings - two to four berths
Things to do in Hvar after the ferry
Hvar is a sunny Dalmatian island known for its lavender fields, its Venetian harbour town and its summer nightlife. Arriving by sea puts you in the middle of it: the Pakleni Islands, Stari Grad Plain, Hvar Town and the Spanjola fortress are all reachable from Hvar Town harbour.
If you want the days in Hvar organised - a driver, a boat trip, timed entry tickets - we do that too. Mention it in the WhatsApp chat.
Best time to take the ferry from Split to Hvar
Every season has its case for Hvar. On the water, the season shows in sea conditions and availability more than in comfort: book early for summer, Easter and holiday weekends between Split and Hvar, and choose morning sailings when the wind is forecast.
Ferry or flight from Split to Hvar?
For most travellers on this route the ferry is the better way: it leaves from the port in Split and lands you in Hvar itself, carries as much luggage as you can wheel, and turns the journey into part of the holiday. A flight only wins when the crossing is long and time is short. Haqqi Tours arranges flights too, and says honestly which is better for your dates.
Why book your Split to Hvar ferry ticket with Haqqi Tours
Haqqi Tours is a licensed tour operator that books ferry tickets from Split to Hvar week in, week out. We provide the ticket for every passenger, the seats or cabin you want, the cheapest fare for the date you travel, and a human through WhatsApp in Arabic and English before, during and after the crossing. Around the ferry, we offer transfers to the port, tours and hotels at both ends. Fill in the form; we message you with sailings and the price; you decide.
On board
- Passenger-only vessels - luggage stays with you
- Seats: economy and lounge or business on the fast boats; deck and lounge seats on conventional ferries
- Children's fares by age band; infants usually free
- Cabins with beds and showers on overnight sailings
- Pets accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels
Before you travel
- Departure from Split Riva / passenger port - gate and check-in time sent with the ticket
- Assistance for reduced-mobility passengers on request - let us know when booking
- Waiting halls, cafés and kiosks at both ports for early arrivals
- Haqqi Tours offers private transfers between your accommodation and both ports
Good to know
- Choose the conventional ferry for the cheapest fare and the steadiest ride
- Travel light on the fast boats - luggage space is limited
- Keep passports handy on international crossings - checks are done at the port
- Morning sailings are the calmest and the most reliable in windy weather
- Book the return with the outbound for round-trip and open-return fares
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Can I take a car on the Split to Hvar ferry?
No - the vessels on this crossing carry passengers only. Haqqi Tours arranges transfers or rental cars at the other end if you need wheels.
Can I bring a pet?
Many ships accept pets in carriers or on-board kennels, sometimes for a small fee. Tell us in the WhatsApp chat and we confirm the rules for your sailing.
Can I book a return ferry ticket?
Of course. Tick "return" on the form with both dates; round-trip and open-return fares are cheaper with many companies and we book whichever suits you best.
How much does the ferry from Split to Hvar cost?
Ferry fares from Split to Hvar vary with the company, the type of vessel, the date, the seat or cabin you choose. We do not print a figure that changes weekly; send the form and the real cost for your date comes back by WhatsApp.
What if the weather cancels the sailing?
The shipping line rebooks you on the next sailing or refunds the ticket, and our WhatsApp desk handles it for you on the day. When the forecast is poor we suggest the conventional ferry, which sails in weather that cancels the fast boats.
How long is the ferry from Split to Hvar?
About 1 hour 10 minutes on the fastest vessels; the conventional ferries take longer where both run. We send the exact times for the sailing you choose.
Can I choose a seat or a cabin?
Yes, where the ship has classes: airline, lounge or business seats on the fast boats, cabins on overnight sailings. Tell us your preference and we send the cost of each.
Where does the ferry arrive in Hvar?
At Hvar Town harbour. Taxis and buses meet the boats, and Haqqi Tours can have a driver waiting at the pier.
How early should I be at Split Riva / passenger port?
Foot passengers 45 to 60 minutes before sailing, earlier on international routes. Some fast boats board ten minutes before departure and do not wait, so we send the exact cut-off with the ticket.
How often does the ferry from Split to Hvar run?
Several a day in summer, 1-2 in winter, with more sailings in summer. We send the timetable for your dates.
Is it better to take the ferry or fly from Split to Hvar?
For most people the ferry: it docks in the town, carries all the luggage, and usually costs less door to door. We book flights too and say which is better for your dates.
Is there a luggage limit on the ferry?
Bags are not weighed on the big ferries and travel free within the operator's limits; the fast passenger boats sometimes cap the number of pieces. We tell you what applies to your sailing.
Can I change or cancel my ferry ticket?
Rules depend on the operator and the fare; many tickets can be changed for a fee, the cheapest cannot. We tell you exactly what applies before you confirm and handle any change through the same WhatsApp thread.
