Overall2.3/10Harder to reach than about 85% of cities
Good to know
Good to Know
- Split Airport is the primary gateway; no direct flights to Hvar
- Ferry schedules vary seasonally — summer has more frequent departures
- Book accommodation near Hvar town harbor if relying on ferry; transport from secondary ports is limited
- Renting a scooter is popular and practical for exploring Hvar's coastline, but roads are narrow and winding
- Day trips to Pakleni Islands are easy and highly recommended; boats depart regularly from Hvar harbor
Nearest Airport
- Name
- Split Airport (Aerodrom Split)
- Distance Km
- 60
- Travel Time Minutes
- 70
Ground Transport Options
Ferry + Car Rental
- Description
- Split Airport to Split port via shuttle/taxi, then ferry to Hvar
Private Transfer
- Description
- Arranged transfers from airport directly to Hvar port
Primary Route
- Origin
- Split
- Frequency
- Multiple daily connections, year-round
- Destination
- Hvar
- Journey Time Minutes
- 50
- Typical Price Passenger
- HRK 40
Operators
Jadrolinija
- Type
- National ferry operator
Secondary Route
- Origin
- Drvenik
- Frequency
- Seasonal, summer connections
- Destination
- Hvar
- Journey Time Minutes
- 15
Operators
Jadrolinija
- Type
- Seasonal service
Day Trip Access
Nearby Islands
- Pakleni Islands (15-30 min by boat)
- Vis Island (ferry connection, 1.5-2 hours)
- Korcula Island (ferry via Drvenik, 1-2 hours)
Coastal Destinations
- Split (ferry 50 min)
- Stari Grad (ferry on same island, local transport)
Ground Transport
Rental Options
- Availability
- High in tourist season, several rental agencies in Hvar town
Vehicles
- Scooters/Mopeds
- Cars
- Bicycles
Buses Within Island
- Coverage
- Connects Hvar town to villages and coastal settlements
- Operator
- Local bus services
- Frequency
- Limited, especially outside summer season
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
Sources cited for this category
These are the sources cited in this getting there & away research for this city. Individual figures may not each trace to one of them.
More About Hvar
Data last updated July 2026 · Verify anything important.