How to travel from Split to Korčula Island, Croatia

The distance between Split and Korčula Island is around 84km (52 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 2hrs.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Split to Korčula Island by ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Korčula IslandSplit if you're planning a return trip.

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Vela Luka.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    HRK 53($7)
Operated by

Jadrolinija

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Ferry and Car

Take a ferry to Makarska then drive to Orebic then take a ferry to Dominče then drive to Vela Luka.

  • Duration5h 15m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    HRK 310($41)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Split and Korčula Island

There are several options for getting from Split to Korčula Island by ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around HRK 53 ($7) and will take around 2hrs.

The distance between Split and Korčula Island is around 84km (52 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 74km (46 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Split and Korčula Island by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Split to Korčula Island is to take a ferry which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx HRK 53 ($7).

The cheapest way to travel between Split and Korčula Island is to take a ferry which will typically cost around HRK 53 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Split and Korčula Island. We recommend that you take a ferry to Vela Luka. instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Split and Korčula Island. We recommend that you take a ferry to Vela Luka. instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Split and Korčula Island. The ferry typically takes around 2hrs and departs once daily.

Jadrolinija run the ferry services between Split and Korčula Island. Ferries run once daily and take around 2hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Split to Korčula Island. We recommend that you take a ferry to Vela Luka. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Korčula Island is Split Airport (SPU) (SPU) which is approximately 83km (51 miles) from Korčula Island. Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) (DBV) and Zagreb Airport (ZAG) (ZAG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Split to Korčula Island. We recommend that you take a ferry to Vela Luka. instead which will take 2hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Split to Korčula Island is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around HRK 53 ($7).

How do I get from Split to Korčula Island

Compare travel optionsbetween Split and Korčula Island

Transport options from Split to Korčula Island
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry
2hrs
HRK 53($7)
once daily84km (52 miles)
Ferry and Car
5h 15m
HRK 310($41)
once daily289km (180 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Split and Korčula Island

Ferry operators

Airports near Korčula Island

The following major airports near Korčula Island offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Croatia and internationally.

SPU
Split Airport (SPU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
83km (51 miles) from Korčula Island
DBV
Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
118km (73 miles) from Korčula Island
ZAG
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
International Airport
Distance
317km (197 miles) from Korčula Island