Ferry from Hvar to Dubrovnik

Take advantage of the available discounts and travel from Hvar to Dubrovnik by ferry with lower-cost ferry tickets. Children up to 3 years old can travel from Hvar to Dubrovnik for free, while children 3 to 12 years old are entitled to a 50% discount. 

Note: children up to 1 years old travel for free but are not issued a ticket, while children from 1 to 3 years old travel for free and are issued a ticket.

The high-speed ferries traveling from Hvar to Dubrovnik offer a basic range of amenities and services for a comfortable and safe journey.

On board, you will find air-conditioned lounges and snack bars to grab a bite or drink for the trip. Some ferries also feature a Wi-Fi hotspot, so you can stay connected during your journey.

Cabins

There are no cabins available on the ferries that operate the Hvar - Dubrovnik route. Standard seating is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

During your ferry trip from Hvar to Dubrovnik with either TP-Line, Jadrolinija or Kapetan Luka - Krilo, you are entitled to a single piece of luggage weighing up to 20 kg.

Pet travel

Pets are welcome on Hvar - Dubrovnik catamarans. Small pets are allowed in the ferry salon, as long as they are transported in specially designed bags with maximum dimensions 45x35x25 cm and a total weight of up to 8 kg. One passenger can only have 1 bag with a pet.

Larger pets will be allowed on board only if there are available kennels on open decks (should be booked and extra charged). Make sure you have your pet's health booklet with you and any other necessary certificates.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Hvar to Dubrovnik:

• During the summer and on weekends, it is advisable to arrive at the port of Hvar well in advance to avoid delays.
• The Hvar - Dubrovnik sailing is the fastest way of traveling between 2 of the most popular destinations in Croatia.
• If you decide to stay in Dubrovnik for a few days, you can also visit other nearby islands by ferry. Check our Map of ferries to discover ferry connections from Dubrovnik to Šipan, Mljet, Lastovo, and more islands.
• For your return trip, make sure you check out the Dubrovnik-Hvar ferry schedules.

Where to take the ferry from Hvar to Dubrovnik

Catamarans to Dubrovnik depart from the port of Hvar. The port of Hvar is located in the southeastern part of the harbor, in the very center of the town, and is about 500 m from the main bus station.

In the port area, you can find everything you need, including bars, restaurants, shops, a post office, and ATMs.

Where does the ferry arrive in Dubrovnik?

Ferries from Hvar typically dock at the main port of Dubrovnik in Gruž, which is about 2 km from the city center.

In the area around the port, you will find cafés, restaurants and shops, as well as a tourist information center and hotels.