How to get from Dubrovnik to Split

Why visit Split?

Split is a coastal town in central Croatia on the eastern shores of the Adriatic Sea. This makes it a popular transport hub to and from the nearby islands of Brac, Hvar and Korcula. But Split is more than just a stopover, it is a destination on its own and one of the most popular in Croatia.

A beautiful mix of old and new, Split is a great place to explore the country’s colourful history while also enjoying modern luxuries. Get lost in the Old Town, wander Diocletian’s Palace and immerse yourself in the buzzing activity of the city. For the best views of Split, climb the Bell Tower of St. Domnius!

There are 5 ways to travel the 230 kilometers (143 miles) from Dubrovnik to Split. You can choose between the bus, private transfer, flight, catamaran and day trip. The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to 9 hours and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by catamaran with tickets starting at €40.

If you visit Dubrovnik during the peak season from June to September, catamarans are also available to Split. We love this alternative option because it gives you a chance to enjoy stunning views of the coastline between the two cities. The only downside is that it can be quite expensive.

Ticket prices start from €40, and ferry rides take 4 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 55 minutes. During the high season, there are daily departures.

There are a few options when it comes to passenger ferry companies. The high-speed ferries on this route are Kapetan Luka and TP Line. Kapetan Luka is the most expensive but has the shortest travel time. It also gets great reviews. TP Line is a newer ferry company on this route but has plenty of positive reviews from customers.

The third ferry is the cheaper Jadrolinija. It’s slower as it makes a few pick-up and drop-off stops on Korcula, Hvar, and Brac Island before finally docking at Split — an interesting way to go island-hopping!

Departure and arrival station

You can board your ferry from Gruz Pier in Dubrovnik, which is 4 km north of the Old Town.

Ferries dock at Split Ferry Terminal, some 500m south of the town centre. This harbour is within walking distance of hotels and establishments in the town centre.

If you don’t have much time to spend in Split, you can join a day trip from Dubrovnik that takes 9 hours. Keep in mind that travel time alone will take about 5 hours back and forth, so that will leave you with just 4 hours to explore Split.

This tour features a guided visit to Diocletian’s Palace, gives you time to explore the Old Town and the Croatian coast on your own, and lets you check out some local products in the city market.

Rates start from €89 when you book with GetYourGuide.

A flight is the fastest way to get from Dubrovnik to Split. But there’s a catch: direct flights for this route are only available twice a week — Tuesday and Thursday. Including airport transfers, journey time is 1 hour 40 minutes.

The airlines flying between Dubrovnik and Split are Trade Air and Croatia Airlines.

TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.

Airport shuttles are the cheapest way to get to Dubrovnik Airport from the city centre. A ticket costs €55. These airport buses depart from the Central Bus Station in Gruz — 2 hours before an international flight and 90 minutes before a domestic flight.

If you’re staying in the Old Town, you can board the bus at the Cable Car Bus Stop. Travel time is around 40m.

Alternatively, you can take a taxi for around €30.

Croatia Airlines and Trade Air offer direct flights from Dubrovnik to Split every Tuesday and Thursday.

Airfares range between €64 and €77. Flight time is around 1 hour.

Buses operate between Dubrovnik to Split all year round, but there are fewer departures outside the peak summer months (June to September).

Ticket prices start from . A bus ride from Dubrovnik to Split can take 4 hours to 4 hours 25 minutes.

The earliest bus leaves Split at 06:00, and the last trip is at 20:00.

Departure and arrival station

Buses depart from Dubrovnik Bus Terminal near the Gruz port. This bus station is 4 km from the Old Town.

They arrive at Split Bus Station, conveniently located next to the train station and ferry terminal in Split town centre.

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If you have the budget for it, private transfers are a fast and convenient option when travelling in a group.

Rates start from for a 3-seater car, which is quite expensive for a small group. Private minivans are also available for larger parties.

The journey from Dubrovnik to Split takes 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 35 minutes. A local driver will pick you up and drop you off anywhere you want within the two towns’ central areas. Pick-up from Dubrovnik Airport or drop-off at Split Airport is also available.

For the best customer service, we recommend booking your ride online via BookAway.

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