How to Get from Dubrovnik to Split. There are a number of ways to travel the 143 miles (230 kilometers) between two of Croatia's most popular coastal destinations, Dubrovnik and Split.
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Journey time is between 4 hours 25 minutes and 5 hours 55 minutes depending on the route. The price of a foot passanger ticket is 45.00 Euro.
Catamaran ferries from Dubrovnik to SplitThe shortest travel time is around 4h 25 minutes and the fares start from €47. KRILO offers 2 daily departures from both Dubrovnik and Split. Catamarans depart from Split early in the morning (at 7:30am) and from Dubrovnik in the afternoon hours (3:00pm and 4:15pm).
Split is more relaxed and fun, centrally located, offering more day trip options, better nightlife, and slightly cheaper prices than Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful walled cities in the world, very elegant, with better beaches and hotels than Split. Both towns are must-visit places in Croatia.
Although Split has a mild climate throughout the year, the best time to visit this pretty Mediterranean city is May to June and September and October. During these months, days are pleasant and sunny, and being the shoulder season accomodations are easier and cheaper to find as compared to the peak season.
Take an excursion from Dubrovnik to the city of Split on a full-day excursion and private walking tour. See its many sites and learn why Split is known as the heart of Dalmatia.
1. Dubrovnik Old Town. The Old Town is seen by many as the number one place to visit in Croatia, never mind Dubrovnik. So, it comes as no surprise that this medieval metropolis is thought to be the best area of Dubrovnik to stay.
The earliest ferry departure time is at 06:30 arriving at Split ferry port at 10:45. The latest departure time is at 22:00 arriving at the port in Split at 02:00. Prices of a one way adult ticket range from $6 up to $31. Discounted tickets for children, students and pensioners are available on some departures.
Dubrovnik a small town, so unless you plan to take day trips to islands or other attractions nearby, two days is the perfect amount of time to get to know this ancient city. (If you're interested in seeing on overview of our entire 2 week itinerary in Croatia, I've written up a summary of our trip here.
While Split is undoubtedly a tourist hot spot, it's very much a working town too. There are many places in Split that locals love to visit that are overlooked by visitors. Take a look at some of the more off-the-beaten-track attractions you can visit on your next trip to Split, below.
The road between Split and Dubrovnik passes near Bacina lakes and we suggest you visit them, at least for an hour or so. You can do many things in this beautiful landscape, enjoy in one of the beach bars or take one of the adventure tour options on the lakes.