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Satellite view of Hvar island, source:Google maps
Hvar island
Hvar is the sunniest Croatian island, placed in the middle of the Adriatic Sea, between Brac and Korcula island, in the region of Dalmatia. It is the most popular island, especially in the summer season. You will be bedazzled by its architecture, mild climate, energy, gastronomy and nightlife. Its charming places and hidden beaches and bays of Jelsa, Stari Grad, Sveta Nedjelja, Ivan Dolac, Zavala, Milna, Vrboska, Sucuraj will inspire you to come here each year.
Hvar island, aerial view, source:Pixabay
How to get to Hvar island from the mainland
Since Hvar is the most popular during the summer season the most frequent question is what is the best way to get to Hvar.
Below in the text, you can find the possibilities of getting to Hvar island from the mainland, from the most affordable option to the most expensive and the most comfortable option. You can choose between four options.
1. The ferry line connecting Split (mainland) and Stari Grad (Hvar island)
Stari Grad is the main car ferry terminal and it is located 20 kilometers from Hvar town (approximately 25 minutes by car).
Stari Grad – Hvar distance, source: Google maps
The first and the most economic option for getting to Hvar is by ferry line that operates from Split town to Stari Grad on Hvar island on a regular basis. Stari Grad is the ferry port of Hvar and if you prefer traveling by car, this is your only option.
There are several ferry lines daily from Split to Stari Grad and vice versa, and it changes according to the season (out of season, low and high season):
The ferry schedule for 2022 from Split to Stari Grad on Hvar island, source:Agency ZOLP
Jadrolinija ferry „Petar Hektorovic“, source:Wikimedia Commons
How to book your Jadrolinija ferry ticket:
The process of purchase is pretty simple. First, you choose the Jadrolinija website https://www.jadrolinija.hr/, choose your language in the upper at the top of the screen. Then choose your departure port (Split), port of arrival (Stari Grad), and voyage date, click „Search“. Below you will see the list of the ferry lines departing from Split that day you chose. When you decide which one to choose, click „Buy“.
Jadrolinija interface - journey schedule, source:Jadrolinija company
Then fulfill the details you are asked for and click „Proceed“ – here you need to choose the number of people, children, add a vehicle if you have one, and click „Proceed“ again to check the total price. After checking the price, click „Proceed“ again. You would need to fulfill your personal information first to be able to finish the payment.
Jadrolinija website – the process of purchasing the ticket, source:Jadrolinija company
The voyage from Split to Stari Grad lasts 2 hours. Enjoy it!
2. The catamaran (fast boat) line connecting Split (mainland) and Hvar town (Hvar island)
If you want to head directly to Hvar town and you are not going by car but still want to save money, the best option is to purchase tickets for the catamaran (fast boat). There are several fast lines daily, in low season two times a day, in high season three-four times a day. You can book through Jadrolinija company or through Kapetan Luka - Krilo company.
Jadrolinija catamaran, source:Wikimedia Commons
Hvar town port, source:Lidija Lolic photographer
Catamaran schedule, Jadrolinija company, source:Agency ZOLP
Catamaran schedule, source:Kapetan Luka - Krilo company
Kapetan Luka – Krilo catamaran, source:Kapetan Luka - Krilo company
How to book your Kapetan Luka – Krilo ticket:
Go to www.krilo.hr, choose language, and click „Book Now“ in the upper right corner. Choose a date in the calendar, starting point, and destination point and click „Check“. The list of the catamaran will be opened. Choose your preferred line and click „Select“ and then log in with your email and password (for existing customers). In case this is your first purchase, you need to fulfill the registration form and choose your password and registrate to finish the purchase.
Kapetan Luka – Krilo interface, source:Kapetan Luka - Krilo company
Pricelist Kapetan Luka - Krilo company, source:Kapetan Luka - Krilo company
3. The ferry line from Drvenik (mainland) to Sucuraj (Hvar island)
Drvenik is located on the eastern tip of the Hvar island. Guests that arrive from Dubrovnik or from any southern area and want to reach Hvar can go to Drvenik and take a ferry that goes to Sucuraj. The crossing from Drvenik to Sucuraj lasts 30 minutes. The ride from Sucuraj to Hvar town lasts approximately 1 hour and a half.
Drvenik – Sucuraj (Hvar island) distance, source:Google maps
Sucuraj – Hvar town distance, source:Google maps
Drvenik- Sucuraj ferry line schedule, Jadrolinija company, source:Agency ZOLP
4. A private speedboat transfer from the airport to the villa
This is for people who prefer more comfort and do not like to travel by public means of transport. A private speedboat transfer from the airport to the villa includes also a taxi transfer from the place where the boat embarks the guests to the villa.
Our Concierge Department can arrange any kind of transfer for you and your family and friends. Here are just some boat types we offer:
- Luxury Speedboat Colnago 35
The prices for a private transfer from Split Airport Resnik to Hvar Town range from 700€ - 900€.
The prices for a private transfer from the Split city center to Hvar Town range from 700€ - 800€.
We can also offer this transfer from Dubrovnik town. The price from Dubrovnik airport to Hvar town is 1700€, with included private luxury taxi transfer from the Dubrovnik airport to Dubrovnik port. The private speedboat transfer from Dubrovnik port to Hvar town costs approximately 1600€.
Luxury Speedboat Colnago 35, source:VIP Holiday Booker
CHARACTERISTICS:
- up to 12 guests,
- has enough room for luggage,
- sport yacht-style speedboat,
- hardtop provides shade,
- cruising speed 25-27 knots.
IMPORTANT: Please note that prices are subject to change.
- Deluxe Speedboat Aliskaf
The prices for a private transfer from Split Airport Resnik to Hvar Town range from 600€ - 700€.
The prices for a private transfer from the Split city center to Hvar Town range from 500€ - 600€.
Deluxe Speedboat Aliskaf, source:VIP Holiday Booker
CHARACTERISTICS:
- accepts up to 12 guests,
- 12 meters aluminum speedboat with closed cabin and airplane seats,
- cruising speed 25 knots.
IMPORTANT: Please note that prices are subject to change.
- Standard Speedboat Transfer 8 - 10 meters
The prices for a private transfer from Split Airport to Hvar Town range from 400€ - 500€.
The prices for a private transfer from the Split city center to Hvar Town range from 350€ - 400€.
Speedboat Enzo 35, source:VIP Holiday Booker
CHARACTERISTICS:
- open speed boat with bimini,
- up to 12 guests.
IMPORTANT: Please note that prices are subject to change.
Transfer duration:
Split Airport - Hvar Town, duration is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Split city center - Hvar Town, duration is approximately 1 hour.
Recommendation:
In case you have early landing time in the morning and check-in at your holiday accommodation late afternoon, you can book a private speedboat for an extra few hours. In the meantime, you can do some island hopping, make a lunch break in Palmizana or Vinogradisce bay, visit wineries on the island, even have a short swimming break if you wish to…
RESTAURANT RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Patak in Zdrilca Bay,
- Zori in Vinogradisce bay,
- Bacchus in Vinogradisce bay,
- Toto in Vinogradisce bay.
Restaurant Patak, Zdrilca bay near Hvar town, source:Restaurant Patak
Vinogradisce Bay, source:Facebook
Vinogradisce Bay, source:Flickr
WINERIES RECOMMENDATIONS:
Tomic vineyard on Hvar, source:Vina Tomić Facebook
How to get to Hvar island from the neighboring islands
Hvar is also connected to other islands of the southern water area, like Brac, Lastovo, Korcula, and Vis island. Here are just some schedules planned for 2022.
Catamaran line Dubrovnik – Korcula – Hvar – Bol (Brac) – Split schedule, company Jadrolinija, source:Agency ZOLP
Price list for Dubrovnik – Korcula – Hvar – Bol (Brac) – Split, source:Agency ZOLP
IMPORTANT: Please note that prices are subject to change.
Ferry schedule Lastovo/Ubli – Vela Luka – Hvar – Split in the preseason and in the postseason, company Jadrolinija, source:Agency ZOLP
Ferry schedule Lastovo/Ubli – Vela Luka – Hvar – Split in the season, company Jadrolinija, source:Agency ZOLP
Catamaran (fast boat) connection from Split – Hvar – Korcula and vice versa, company Kapetan Luka – Krilo, source:Agency ZOLP
IMPORTANT: Please note that the prices are subject to change.
Catamaran (fast boat) schedule from Split – Milna – Hvar – Korcula – Pomena – Dubrovnik and vice versa, company Kapetan Luka – Krilo, source:Agency ZOLP
Price list for Split – Milna – Hvar – Korcula – Pomena – Dubrovnik catamaran line, company Kapetan Luka – Krilo, source:Agency ZOLP
IMPORTANT: Please note that prices are subject to change.
Catamaran (fast boat) schedule for Vis – Hvar – Milna (Brac) – Split and vice versa out of season, company Jadrolinija, source:Agency ZOLP
Catamaran (fast boat) schedule for Vis – Hvar – Milna (Brac) – Split and vice versa in low season (upper schedule) and high season (lower schedule), company Jadrolinija, source:Agency ZOLP
Information on boat schedules and ticket prices can be found on www.jadrolinija.hr and www.krilo.hr.
IMPORTANT: Please note that prices and schedule are subject to change.
Rent a car on Hvar island
In case you want to rent a car on Hvar island, our Concierge Department can arrange everything. No matter if you want to hire a standard or a luxury car, we can offer it. On our website, you can check the sections Private Taxi Transfer Service Croatia and Hire Our Luxury Cars Dalmatia.
Mercedes E class, source:VIP Holiday Booker
Luxury accommodation on Hvar island
Finding suitable accommodation on Hvar is your first step if you want to have a relaxing holiday. Later, with our assistance, you arrange details like transfers, chef, babysitter, restaurants reservations, etc. Hvar island abounds in luxury villas, that tend to be fully booked already in spring. That is why it is advisable to book the villa you like on time. Our website is leading in Croatia when it comes to luxury villas. Here is the list of villas on Hvar island from our portfolio.
List of villas on Hvar island - VIP Holiday Booker selection
You can find beachfront villas with a pool, villas in the town center and outside Hvar town.
Luxury Villa Hvar Sisters, source:VIP Holiday Booker
Welcome to the sunniest island of Croatia and enjoy the magic it provides! ☀️⛵
Hvar town on a sunny Hvar island, source:VIP Holiday Booker
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