How to Get from Split to Hvar

If you’re bringing a car to Hvar Island from Split, you can’t take the direct ferry to Hvar Town — those catamarans are for foot passengers only. Instead, you’ll need to catch the car ferry from Split to Stari Grad, a town on the northern coast of Hvar Island. From Stari Grad, it’s about a 20 km drive to Hvar Town. A ticket costs per person, and there’s an extra fee of [price 48 EUR] for the car.

One way to reach Hvar Town from Split is through Jelsa, a town northeast of Hvar Town. This is an option we only recommend if the direct ferries from Split to Hvar Town are fully booked. The journey between Split and Jelsa, Hvar takes 1 hour and 40 minutes. From Jelsa, it takes another 30 minutes to travel to Hvar Town. Note that this option is also only available for foot passengers and is not a car ferry service.

If staying a few days on the island of Hvar is difficult to fit into your holiday, there is still the option to visit the island as a day trip from Split. Prepare yourself, though. With a full-day tour, your day will be packed so you can make the most of your visit to Hvar and its surrounding waters. You will depart in the early morning with the ferry from Split to Hvar and make a stop at various highlights around the island during the day. Want to visit the Blue Cave from Hvar with a day tour? Then you can book this Blue Cave Day Tour with ticket prices from [price 145 EUR]. This tour comes with an extra visit to Vis Island. In the party mood? You can book a private 8-hour Hvar night tour for a group of 10 people. This costs [price 1,000 EUR] for the whole group. Click on the links to see where the tours stop.

Day tour from Split to the island of Hvar

Island-hopping is one of the top things to do in Croatia, and Hvar is often a highlight. On a full-day tour, you’ll explore Hvar Town and visit at least three other islands, either before or after, depending on your route. There’s a wide range of tours to choose from. Some include snorkelling gear, others come with snacks, drinks, or even a catamaran cruise for the full holiday vibe. Most day trips begin at Split Harbour. Your next stop depends on which tour you take. GetYourGuide offers an 11-hour tour from Split to Hvar with rates from [price 145 EUR] per person.

Night tour from Split to Hvar Island

Hvar is beautiful during the day, but it comes even more alive at night. This island that never sleeps is a favourite party destination, and attracts even top-tier Hollywood celebrities and British monarchs. While day trips from Split to the island of Hvar involve island-hopping, night tours are all about club-hopping. Your ferry or motorboat will take you straight to Hvar Island, where you can have dinner before setting off on a night to remember. Keep in mind that the minimum age for party tours is 18, so minors are not allowed. You also need to confirm with your tour organiser beforehand what time you have to be back at the ferry, because if you are not there at the designated time, they will leave you behind. We hope you’re not too drunk to find your way to the port! With Viator, you can book a private party tour from Split to Hvar Island for a group of 10 for [price 1,000 EUR]. Divide the cost, and that's about [price 100 EUR] per person.

If you're travelling in a group and landing at Split Airport (Resnik Airport), a private transfer might be worth considering. It’s not the cheapest option, but if you’re sharing the cost, it can be super convenient. BookAway offers flexible travel options. You can take a private speedboat from Matejuška Port for a fast and direct ride to Hvar, or opt for a combined car and speedboat transfer for a smoother journey from Split Airport. Both options drop you off at Hvar Port. Rates start from $590, and the journey takes 1h - 1h 5m.