Travel between Croatia’s mainland ports and islands by ferry or catamaran, or cross the Adriatic to Italy on Jadrolinija’s 2026 international services.
Choose your ports and date to compare current ferry, passenger-ship and catamaran departures.
Reservation rules differ by line. Some local tickets guarantee a specific sailing, while other routes use a date-valid ticket and boarding is subject to vessel capacity.
Jadrolinija was legally established in Rijeka on 20 January 1947, with roots in Adriatic coastal shipping that reach much further back. Today it is Croatia’s largest passenger shipping company and a central part of daily transport between mainland ports and the islands.
The current company profile states a fleet of 58 ships carrying more than 12 million passengers and 3.5 million vehicles a year. In summer the network expands to more than 600 departures a day, ranging from short vehicle-ferry crossings to long island routes and fast passenger catamarans.
Internationally, the 2026 programme links Croatia with Italy on Split–Ancona, Split–Bari and Dubrovnik–Bari using the ferry Dalmacija, plus a seasonal high-speed Zadar–Ancona service operated by catamaran Jelena.
Planning note: Jadrolinija uses three distinct passenger products — vehicle ferries, conventional passenger ships and high-speed craft. Vehicle carriage, reservation rules and onboard facilities depend on which service type is assigned to your route.
The network contains dozens of local lines. These three cards show the main journey types: a short high-frequency island ferry, a reservable longer island crossing, and the 2026 international programme to Italy.
Ferry line 631 is one of Jadrolinija’s busiest island connections. The published journey takes about 50 minutes, and a ticket is valid for any departure on the printed date, subject to available capacity.
Ferry line 635 connects Split with Stari Grad on Hvar in about two hours. On this route the purchased ticket is also a reservation for the selected departure.
Jadrolinija’s current international network comprises Split–Ancona, Split–Bari and Dubrovnik–Bari by ferry, plus the seasonal Zadar–Ancona catamaran. Zadar–Ancona is published at about four hours with up to five departures per week in season.
This schematic summarises the three representative current route groups described above. It is not a complete network map or timetable; the live operator booking result is definitive.
For planning with Jadrolinija, use the map to compare the representative route groups above, including Split–Supetar, Split–Stari Grad, Split / Dubrovnik / Zadar–Ancona / Bari. It is most useful for judging which departure or arrival point best fits the rest of the journey rather than as a substitute for the live timetable.
After choosing the most practical route, compare the live Jadrolinija sailing for departure time, calling pattern, passenger requirements and the facilities or accommodation shown for that service. The complete itinerary and arrival location can matter more than a small difference in the headline fare.
Jadrolinija schedules and reservation status vary by route and season. Use the live result for the exact departure, vessel, journey time and whether your ticket reserves that sailing.
Split, Zadar and Dubrovnik sit at the heart of different parts of the Jadrolinija network, from dense island ferry corridors to international Adriatic links.
Split is a major base for ferries to Brač, Hvar, Vis, Šolta, Korčula and Lastovo, as well as international sailings to Ancona and Bari. The exact terminal and vehicle lane depend on the service.
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Zadar serves both city-centre passenger links and vehicle-ferry services from Gaženica to the surrounding archipelago. In 2026, Gaženica also hosts the seasonal high-speed connection to Ancona.
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Dubrovnik anchors local services to the Elafiti islands and also provides the 2026 international ferry connection to Bari. Plan extra time between the historic centre and the working port.
Plan a southern Croatia journeyThat choice can change which Jadrolinija service you use. Vehicle ferries carry cars, while conventional passenger ships and high-speed services are intended for foot passengers.
Jadrolinija’s accommodation varies from simple local ferry salons to reserved catamaran seats and the broader facilities of the international ferry Dalmacija.
Vehicle ferries provide indoor seating and open decks for short and medium domestic crossings.
Best considered forIsland journeys by car or on footHigh-speed passenger ships use reserved seating and prioritise fast travel between ports.
Best considered forNot available on high-speed service linesJadrolinija specifically promotes airplane-style seating on its conventional international ferry services.
Best considered forLonger Adriatic crossingsCabins are an option on international ferry travel and should be selected in advance where offered.
Best considered forCheck the exact Dalmacija sailing and fareDalmacija includes a children’s playroom, while family facilities on domestic vessels vary by ship.
Best considered forShip-specificPassengers who need assistance can request help with ticketing, boarding, disembarkation or accommodation.
Best considered forNotify the departure port when assistance is requiredSearch early for summer weekends and school-holiday dates. A cabin category can sell out even when passenger and vehicle space remains available, and a last-minute upgrade should never be assumed.
The onboard experience ranges from a coffee bar and reserved seats on a catamaran to restaurants, bars, family facilities and open decks on Dalmacija.
Dalmacija offers multiple food outlets on international routes; local ships have a simpler service mix.
Passenger spaces range from ferry salons to reserved high-speed seating and international airplane-style seats.
Jadrolinija cautions that internet access on international journeys is limited by maritime coverage and is strongest near the coast.
Children’s facilities are available on selected larger vessels, including Dalmacija.
Many ferries provide exterior deck space for sea views; access may be limited in poor weather or during port operations.
High-speed state services allow up to 20 kg of personal luggage per passenger free of charge; other rules depend on route and fare.
General FerryEU facility photographs illustrate the type of passenger spaces discussed here and are not presented as photographs of every Jadrolinija vessel.
Vehicle carriage is available on ferry service lines, while passenger ships and high-speed services are foot-passenger products. Pet and bicycle rules also change by vessel type.
Vehicles are carried on ferry service lines. Vehicle dimensions and roof or rear loads must be declared accurately, and a registration certificate is needed when buying a vehicle ticket.
Bicycles are carried on suitable ferry services according to the tariff. Domestic high-speed catamarans do not accept ordinary bicycles, so check the selected line before booking.
Small pets up to 8 kg can use an approved carrier within the local-line rules. Larger pets normally use open-deck arrangements. Dalmacija and Jelena have specific international pet provisions and kennels.
Passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility can request help with ticket purchase, boarding, disembarkation and onboard accommodation. Notify the departure-port agency when help is required.
Jadrolinija’s local network mixes reservable sailings with date-valid non-reservation tickets, while international routes use a separate check-in process.
Check whether your route is a vehicle ferry, passenger ship or high-speed service, and whether the selected ticket reserves a specific departure.
Jadrolinija recommends buying reservable local sailings in advance and being at the port at least 45 minutes before the booked departure.
These tickets can be used on another departure within their validity, but boarding is subject to arrival order and capacity. Jadrolinija recommends one to two hours early in busy periods, and sometimes more.
Online buyers receive a purchase confirmation; the travel ticket is issued at the departure-port sales point during check-in. Bring personal identification and the vehicle registration certificate when applicable.
Local electronic tickets can be presented on a mobile device. Open the ticket before boarding so it is available even if the mobile connection is weak.
Start with your transport need. If you are taking a car, motorhome or motorcycle, you need a ferry service line rather than a passenger ship or high-speed route. If speed matters more than vehicle access, a catamaran may be the better fit.
Next check the ticket rule. A reservable sailing such as Split–Stari Grad fixes your departure and reduces uncertainty, while busy non-reservation routes rely on arrival order and may require a much earlier arrival in peak season.
For Italy, compare the conventional Dalmacija ferry with the high-speed Zadar–Ancona option. The difference affects vehicle access, onboard facilities, pets, seating and check-in.
Jadrolinija operates a large Croatian coastal network of ferry, passenger-ship and catamaran services, plus four 2026 international links: Split–Ancona, Split–Bari, Dubrovnik–Bari and Zadar–Ancona.
Jadrolinija’s current company profile states a fleet of 58 ships carrying more than 12 million passengers and 3.5 million vehicles per year.
Jadrolinija publishes a 50-minute crossing on ferry line 631 between Split and Supetar on Brač.
Ferry line 635 from Split to Stari Grad takes about 120 minutes. A ticket on this line is a reservation for the selected departure.
Vehicles are carried on ferry service lines. Passenger ships and high-speed service lines are for foot passengers, so always check the service type before booking a vehicle.
Some local ferry lines and all local catamaran lines use reservations. On non-reservation lines, the ticket may be used on another departure on the valid date subject to capacity and boarding order.
Yes. Small pets may travel in approved carriers under the local-line rules, larger pets use designated open-deck arrangements, and international ships such as Dalmacija have their own pet and kennel provisions.
For local electronic tickets there is no need to print; the ticket can be shown on a mobile device. International online purchases are handled differently: the purchase confirmation is used to collect the boarding ticket during check-in.
For local lines with reservations Jadrolinija recommends being at the port at least 45 minutes before departure. On non-reservation lines, especially in peak season, it recommends arriving one to two hours early or more on particularly busy routes.
The current international programme lists Split–Ancona, Split–Bari and Dubrovnik–Bari by ferry, plus the seasonal Zadar–Ancona high-speed catamaran route.
Check current routes, reservation status, vehicle space and the assigned vessel for your travel date.
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