Join me on a fast ferry trip from Dubrovnik to Korčula Town on Korčula Island! This 2-hour journey offers stunning views of the Elaphati Islands, Mljet, and the Pelješac Peninsula.
During the trip, I had the chance to visit the bridge and chat with the captain from TP Line.
In the video, I share various tips, all of which I’ve summarized in this document along with some additional information that I hope you’ll find helpful!
Finding the Korcula ferry in Dubrovnik
The Dubrovnik Ferry Port is very small, so finding your ferry is easy. The fast ferries depart from the berths located just before the main port building, which means they’re the ones closest to the city.
Right on the main street in front of the pier, you’ll find a bus stop conveniently located. Wizi, Taxis, Uber, and Bolt can also drop you off just a few meters from the pier.
If you travel with TP Line and buy your ticket online, they have a super neat feature that sends you a tracking link for the ferry. So, as you saw in my video, you can walk straight to the right ferry without any confusion.
Boarding in Dubrovnik
The ferry companies recommend that you arrive at the ferry at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. (That means you should already have your ticket and be ready to board the boat 15 minutes before departure.)
Just a heads up: the ferries from Dubrovnik to Korčula can accommodate 250 passengers or more, and most of them continue to other destinations after Korčula. So, during the summer season, there can be a lot of people boarding in Dubrovnik. This means two things:
- If you arrive early, you might end up standing in the baking sun for a while before boarding starts.
- If you arrive late, you might not get the best seat, and if you’re traveling as a larger group, you might not be able to sit together. (Seat reservation on the ferries is not possible.)
Tickets and Timetables.
The number of daily ferry departures between Dubrovnik and Korčula ranges from one in the winter season to five or six daily departures in the peak summer season.
Three different ferry companies operate the routes between the cities. If you want to see all timetable options, especially during the summer season, you’ll need to check the following three websites:
Tickets and prices
You can buy tickets online from all three companies, so there’s no need to waste time doing that at the port.
But if you prefer buying your ticket at the port, each of the three companies has a ticket office:
- TP Line has a small booth right at the pier.
- Jadrolinija has a sales office across the main road, right next to Mlinar Bakery.
- Kapetan Luka has a sales office about 100 meters from the pier, on the street called Obala Stjepana Radića.
As mentioned in the video, the ferry we took was a state-subsidized line, so we paid only 10.18 Euros for the ticket (13.55 Euros in the summer).
Most of the departures running during the summer season are non-subsidized lines, so ticket prices for those are usually 25 Euros or more.
Other ways of travelling to Korcula from Dubrovnik
If you’re not keen on sailing the whole way, it’s also possible to take a bus from Dubrovnik to Korčula. The bus company Arriva operates one or two buses daily between the cities.
Obviously, since Korčula is an island, you’ll still need to take a ferry, but in this case, it’s just a short 20-minute ride between Orebić and Dominče.
(You can read about this ferry trip and check out my video from traveling the opposite direction, from Dominče to Orebić, [here].)
Other Information
As you saw in my video, the luggage storage was located outside the cabin area, with luggage stored in a rack system. This isn’t the case on all ferries, so be sure not to pack anything fragile, as on some ferries, suitcases are stacked in a pile from floor to ceiling.
The ferry ride is quite scenic; along the way, you’ll pass inhabited islands like Koločep, Lopud, Šipan, and Mljet, as well as several smaller islands and islets.
With all operators, you’re officially allowed to bring one suitcase weighing up to around 20 kg. (If you happen to have a bit more, or even two suitcases, I’ve never seen anyone being told they couldn’t bring them.)
I’d like to thank the crew of TP Line for showing us around the ferry and letting us film all parts of the ferry during our trip to Korčula.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long does the ferry from Dubrovnik to Korčula Town take?
The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes, depending on the operator and stops.
How much does a ferry ticket from Dubrovnik to Korčula Town cost?
For the state-subsized line (Jadrolinija), ferry tickets in the peak of summer are about 13€, while for the other operators, expect tickets to be 25€.
Which ferry companies operate from Dubrovnik to Korčula Town?
Main operators are Kapetan Luka (Krilo), TP Line, and Jadrolinija—all high-speed catamarans (fast ferries).
How many ferries run daily from Dubrovnik to Korčula Town?
Up to 6-7 daily in peak summer (June-September); fewer (1-3) in off-season.
Where do ferries depart from in Dubrovnik and arrive in Korčula Town?
They depart from Gruž Port (main ferry port, 3 km from Old Town) and arrive at Korčula Town port, which is a few minutes walk from the center of the old town.
Is the ferry from Dubrovnik to Korčula Town direct?
Yes, most are direct, but some departures by Krilo and TP Line stop at Sobra (island Mljet).
Should I book ferry tickets in advance?
Yes, especially in summer for catamarans—book online via official company sites.
Can I take a car on the ferry to Korčula Town?
No, these are passenger-only catamarans—they cannot carry vehicles.
Is the ferry route from Dubrovnik to Korčula Town scenic?
Yes, it is, you will pass by Elaphiti islands, Mljet, Pelješac peninsula and parts of the Korčula island.
What luggage is allowed on the Dubrovnik to Korčula ferry?
It depends on a company, but usually one piece up to 20-50 kg per passenger. So far, I have not encountered any problems even with more luggage than that.
