Photo: Satellite view od Brac island in Croatia
About Brac Island
Brac Island is set in the Adriatic Sea in the region of Dalmatia, the most beautiful part of Croatia decorated with the rugged coast, numerous islands, and divine beaches.
It is the biggest island in Dalmatia and the island with the best links to the mainland and to the other islands in Dalmatia.
Brac Island is one of the top holiday destinations in Croatia and one of the most visited Croatian islands.
In this blog post on how to get to Brac, you can find answers to the following questions.
- What is the best way to get to Brac Island?
- How to get to Brac by air?
- How to get to Brac island from the mainland?
- How to get to Brac island from the neighboring islands?
- Tips for getting to Brac?
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What Is the Best Way to Get to Brac Island
The island of Brac is easy to reach. If you are heading to this beautiful island for your next holidays, you will be delighted that there are lots of ways to get to Brac Island. You can arrive by air, by sea, with or without a car, by public transportation, or with private transfer services.
Whether you prefer to fly, hire a car and drive around the island, travel light by passenger-only-ferry or by speedboat or arrange private transfer and travel stress-free, you only need to check the timetables and different routes to Brac and choose the traveling option you like the most!
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How to Get to Brac by Air
Photo: Brac Airport photo from the aircraft, www.airport-brac.hr
Brac is the only island in Dalmatia and one of three islands in Croatia that has its own airport.
The airport is located on the plateau inside the island, close to the Vidova Gora peak, just 5 kilometers from the Bol town. Brac Airport is smaller and although it's open all year round, most of the air carriers operate to Brac in the period from May to October.
The island of Brac is connected with Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, by regular domestic flights operated by air carrier Croatia Airlines. There are flights from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to Brac Airport (BWK) on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Most of the other flights are charter flights from around Europe. There are international flights from Graz, Munich, Bratislava, Linz, Kosice, Bolzano, and Bern to Brac.
Brac Airport also accepts private aircraft. To find more information, please visit Brac Airport's official website.
Photo: Brac Airport photo from the aircraft, www.airport-brac.hr
You can fly to Brac by helicopter. If you would like to fly to Brac from Dubrovnik, Split, or some other island by helicopter, please visit Private Jet and Helicopter Croatia Service.
Photo: Golden Horn Beach and Bol town from the aircraft, www.airport-brac.hr
If you are looking to book a flight to Croatia and your final destination is the island of Brac, you should also look for flights to Split Airport (SPU) and Dubrovnik Airport (DBV).
You can take a private taxi transfer from the airport or hire a car and drive yourself from both airports.
There is also the option to hire a speedboat from Split Airport. Speedboat transfer from the Split airport is one of the fastest ways to get to Brac Island. You can get in approximately 40 minutes to the island's north side and about 50 minutes to the south. Speedboats usually take up 6-8 or 12 persons and the prices depend on the boat type.
How to Get to Brac Island From the Mainland
Photo: The Car Ferry, www.jadrolinija.hr
Brac is one of the most easy-to-reach islands from the mainland in Croatia.
Brac Island is linked with the mainland with two ferry lines. State shipping company Jadrolinija operates both lines.
There are also several fast ferry connections between the mainland and the Brac island. Some fast ferry lines are operated by the shipping company Jadrolinija and others by the commercial maritime company Kapetan Luka. The fast ferry lines also connect the island of Brac with the neighboring islands, Hvar, Solta, Korcula, and Vis, and with the city of Dubrovnik.
Photo: The Fast Ferry (Catamaran), www.krilo.hr
The coastal cities, Split and Makarska, have car ferry links to the Brac all year round.
The city of Dubrovnik is linked to Brac by a fast ferry line in the summer season.
The fast or passenger-only ferry all year round connects Bol, the small town on the island's south side, with the city of Split. There is also a fast ferry connecting the city of Split with the settlement Milna on the island of Brac all year round. Several other fast ferry lines operate from April till October, connecting Brac island with cities Makarska, Split, and Dubrovnik and with islands Mljet, Korcula, and Hvar.
This blog provides you with the timetables for all ferries and fast ferries operating to and from Brac Island in 2024.
The Ferry Line Connecting Split (Mainland) and Supetar (Brac Island)
The ferry line between Split (mainland) and Supetar (island Brac) operates even 14 times a day in the high season. In the off-season, it's 9 times a day off the season. However, Brac is still the most reachable island In Dalmatia. The ferry ride from Split to Supetar takes approximately 50 minutes.
The timetable for the ferry from Supetar to Split and vice versa in 2024:
The prices for the ferry from Supetar to Split and vice versa in 2024:
IMPORTANT NOTE: The ferry timetable is subject to change, so please visit www.jadrolinija.hr to double-check before purchasing tickets or planning the travel itinerary.
If you travel without a car and you're taking a car ferry, you do need to come much earlier than the scheduled departure time. If you are traveling by car, to be sure to board the wanted ferry, you should come earlier. In the low and shoulder season, it is enough to arrive half an hour earlier. In the high season and especially in the peak of the season which is late July and early August you should come at least an hour and a half before departure time.
All car ferries are operated by the state company Jadrolinija. You can buy tickets online at the official website www.jadrolinija.hr
You can buy ferry tickets online, but no later than a day before the departure. If you, for example, buy a ticket for the 12:30 ferry and do not manage to get on the ferry on time, your ticket will be valid for any car ferry to Supetar on that particular date.
The Ferry Line Connecting Makarska (Mainland) and Sumartin (Brac Island)
The ferry connecting Makarska (mainland) and Sumartin (on the southeast side of the Brac Island) operates 5 times a day in the high season and 3 times a day in the low season. The car ferry connecting Makarska and Sumartin is smaller, it takes about 25 cars, so if you are traveling in high season, be in the line for boarding on time.
Private company Krilo Shipping operates this line. The fast ferry tickets for the journey are being sold at the Jadrolinija office in Split Ferry port, they are not being sold online.
Check the timetable for the ferry from Sumartin on Brac to Makarska in 2024:
The prices for the ferry from Sumartin to Makarska in 2024:
IMPORTANT NOTE: The ferry timetable is subject to change, so please visit www.jadrolinija.hr to double-check before purchasing tickets or planning the travel itinerary.
The Fast Ferry Line Connecting Split (Mainland) and Bol (Brac Island)
Fast ferry operates from Split to Bol, on the south side of Brac island. Then from Bol, the same boat departs for Hvar Island. Below are the prices for the fast ferry tickets from Split to Bol, and from Bol to Jelsa.
The timetable for the fast ferry from Jelsa on Hvar island to Bol (Brac) and Split in 2024 (and vice versa):
The prices for the fast ferry from Jelsa on Hvar island to Bol (Brac) and Split in 2024 (and vice versa):
IMPORTANT NOTE: The ferry timetable is subject to change, so please visit www.jadrolinija.hr to double-check before purchasing tickets or planning the travel itinerary.
The Fast Ferry Line Connecting Split (Mainland) and Milna (Brac Island)
Small town Milna has two all-year-round connections by fast ferry andtwo seasonal connections in the summer.
The fast ferry connection between Split City and Milna on Brac Island also stops on Solta Island. Private company Krilo Shipping Company also operates this line. They sell the tickets online.
The timetable for the fast ferry from Milna and Sutivan on Brac Island to Split in 2024 (and vice versa):
The prices for the fast ferry from Milna and Sutivan on Brac island to Split in 2024 (and vice versa):
IMPORTANT NOTE: The ferry timetable is subject to change, so please double-check before planning the travel itinerary. You can check any unexpected changes in the timetable here.
How to Get to Brac Island From the Neighboring Islands
Brac is one of the best-connected islands with other surrounding islands. Unfortunately, there is no car ferry connection between the island, but there are good fast ferry connections, especially in the season.
There is all year round connection between Bol and Jelsa in Hvar by fast ferry line from Split. The timetable is already explained. There is also explained connection with the seaside village Rogac on Solta Island.
Have a look at the timetables of seasonal fast ferry connections that link Brac island with the Split, Dubrovnik, and Makarska, but also with islands Hvar and Korcula.
The Fast Ferry Line: Split – Bol (Brač) – Makarska – Korčula – Pomena (Mljet) – Dubrovnik (Schedule and Prices)
The tickets for this fast ferry line can be bought online here.
The Fast Ferry Line Schedule: Split – Milna (Brac) – Hvar – Korcula – Pomena (Mljet) – Dubrovnik and Vice Versa![The Fast Ferry Line Schedule: Split – Milna (Brac) – Hvar – Korcula – Pomena (Mljet) – Dubrovnik and Vice Versa]()
IMPORTANT NOTE: The ferry timetable is subject to change, so please double-check before planning the travel itinerary. You can check any unexpected changes in the timetable here.
Fast FerryJadrolinija
Tips For Getting to Brac
Travel Tip For Booking a Private Transfer to Brac Island
If you need private transfer to Brac Island, ask your travel agent or your host to help you arrange this service. In most cases, it will be more affordable and you will get the quickest route possible.
The private speedboat transfer from the Split airport to the island of Brac is the fastest way to get to the island. When arranging this service, make sure to check what type of boat your transfer company will use. If you have small children with you, it will be better to take a bigger boat because there are more stable in the water.
Travel Tip For Hiring a Car on Brac Island
If you have enough time, try to arrange car hire before arrival. If you would like to have a car during a one-week stay, often it will be more affordable if you take your car at the Split airport and return it on the way back, than hiring a car on the island. If you would like to hire a car for just a day or two while on the island, then the price should not be the matter.