Split to Dubrovnik: Bus or Ferry?

Split to Dubrovnik traces Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast. Buses are the year-round workhorse at around four and a half hours, hugging the shoreline; in summer, fast catamarans add a breezier sea option that can call at islands like Hvar and Korcula on the way.

Distance	About 230 km by road
Year-round	Coastal bus
Summer only	Catamaran
Scenery	One of Europe's great coast roads

Mode	Operator	Duration	Approx fare	Overnight
Bus	FlixBus / Croatia Bus / Arriva Year-round and frequent. Most buses now cross the Peljesac Bridge and skip Bosnia entirely, so no passport stop; a few older routings still transit Neum.	about 4.5 hours	approx €18 to €30	No	Check on 12Go →
Ferry	Jadrolinija / Kapetan Luka (catamaran, summer) Seasonal. Some sailings stop at Hvar and Korcula.	about 4.5 to 5.5 hours	approx €30 to €50	No	Check on 12Go →

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How long is the bus from Split to Dubrovnik?

About four and a half hours, following the coast. It is the reliable year-round option with frequent daily departures.

Is there a ferry from Split to Dubrovnik?

Yes, in the summer season. Fast catamarans run the coast and some sailings stop at islands like Hvar and Korcula.

Do you need a passport from Split to Dubrovnik?

Most buses now take the Peljesac Bridge and bypass Bosnia entirely, so there is no passport check. Only some older routings still pass through Neum, where you would need your passport or ID.

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