Dubrovnik - Korčula ferry

When planning your trip with the Dubrovnik - Korčula ferry, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passenger categories. While these discounts differ from company to company, you can typically expect infants and toddlers up to 2 years old to travel for free, while children under 12 are usually entitled to reduced ferry ticket prices. 

The Dubrovnik - Korčula ferry route is served by high-speed catamarans with a range of basic amenites. On board, you will find typically comfy seating in air-conditioned lounge and a snack bar to grab a quick bite or drink. Most TP-Line ferries also have a Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected during the trip.

Cabins and accommodation

Are there cabins on the ferry?

No, as the ferry trip from Dubrovnik to Korčula is short, there are no cabins available on the ferries.

Can I book business-class seats?

No, Kapetan Luka-Krilo, Krilo Shipping Company and TP-Line do not offer any premium or business-class seating options on the Dubrovnik - Korčula ferry route. Standard deck/lounge seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

The companies serving the Dubrovnik - Korčula ferry route are generally flexible with their luggage, but each one has its own baggage policy:

• Kapetan Luka-Krilo allows you to bring up to 23 kg of luggage.
• On Krilo Shipping Company and TP-Line ferries, you can bring along 1 piece of luggage weighing up to 20 kg.

Traveling with pets

You can bring your pet on most ferries traveling from Dubrovnik to Korčula, provided you include it in your booking.

Make sure you bring along your pet’s health and travel documents, as well any pet supplies you may need for the trip.

Where do pets stay?

The accommodation options depend on the ferry company and vessel, but typically, your pet can stay with you or in the onboard kennels. Prices for kennels are around €12.

During the trip, smaller pets must be kept in a suitable carrier (total weight of which must not exceed 8 kg), while larger pets must wear a muzzle and be kept on a leash.

Take a look at some useful tips for your ferry trip to Korčula:

• In the busy summer months, we recommend you arrive at the port of Dubrovnik at least 60 min prior to departure to avoid delays. The same applies to ferry trips on weekends.
• The sea can get a bit choppy, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking seasickness medication before your trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your doctor or pharmacist.
• It is highly recommended that you book your return trip on the Korčula - Dubrovnik ferry well in advance, as the route is very popular
• For more travel options from the Croatian mainland, you can also get to the island on the Split - Korčula and Makarska - Korčula ferries.
• From Korčula you can reach many other wonders of the archipelago, such as Pomena (Mljet island), Uble (Lastovo island), Milna (Brač island), and Hvar. For more details on all routes, ticket prices and companies, check out the Korčula ferry schedules and then plan your island-hopping adventure in the Adriatic Sea with our Map of ferries.

Where to take the ferry from Dubrovnik to Korčula

Ferries to Korčula normally leave from the port of Dubrovnik, in the Gruž area of the city. This is Dubrovnik’s main passenger ferry and catamaran terminal, located about 3 km from the historic center and around 20-25 km from Dubrovnik Airport.

Near the port, you can find plenty of useful traveler amenities, including cafés, shops, ticket offices, ATMs, car rental agencies, hotels, and the main bus station. Parking options are available in the wider port area, but spaces can be limited during the high season.

How to get to the port of Dubrovnik

• By bus: local Libertas buses connect the Old Town and other Dubrovnik neighborhoods with Gruž, including city lines 1A, 1B, 3 and 8, while line 7 serves the Kantafig area.
• By car: you can reach the port by following signs for Gruž / Luka Gruž / ferry port.
• By airport shuttle: the ride on the airport shuttle connecting Dubrovnik Airport with the main bus station in Gruž lasts about 35 min.
• By taxi: taxis are available at the airport, the Old Town area and the main bus station.

Where does the ferry arrive in Korčula?

Ferries from Dubrovnik typically dock at main port of Korčula, on the northeastern coast of the island. Around the port, you’ll find plenty of seaside cafés, restaurants, and shops, as well as some of the island's main attractions, such as St. Mark’s Cathedral and the alleged birthplace of Marco Polo.

The nearest bus station to the port is around a 7-min walk.