Hvar to Dubrovnik Private Speedboat Transfer: 3-Hour Route

Cross the Dalmatian islands by speedboat and reach Dubrovnik in three hours

A private speedboat transfer from Hvar town to Dubrovnik carries up to a small group across open water, with an English-speaking skipper who points out the Dalmatian islands en route. The boat includes fuel, refreshments and WiFi. You pick the departure time that fits your day. The journey takes roughly three hours, depending on conditions and time of day.

The experience

The speedboat leaves Hvar town on your schedule, not a ferry timetable. You board a private vessel with a skipper who speaks English and knows the route: he'll show you the islands as you cross and answer questions about the region. Fuel, refreshments and WiFi are included, so you can stay connected or simply sit back and watch the Dalmatian coast slide past. The three-hour crossing saves the time a ferry would eat up in queues and the uncertainty of sold-out tickets.

The journey itself is the point: you're traveling by water across open sea, not sitting in a car or bus. The skipper handles navigation and speed. You get the views, the sea breeze, and the flexibility to leave whenever suits your plans in Hvar. Infants travel on an adult's lap. The exact duration shifts with the time of day and sea conditions, but three hours is the standard crossing.

What’s included

• Private transportation by speedboat.
• one-way transfer from Hvar town to Dubrovnik.
• English-speaking skipper.
• fuel and refreshments on board.
• WiFi access during the crossing.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayLast departure this season: 31 Oct

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.You can choose from 8 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by HvarCruise

Is this one for you?Book this transfer if you want to leave Hvar on your own schedule and avoid ferry queues, or if you prefer a private boat and the chance to see the Dalmatian islands with a skipper who knows them.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How does a private speedboat transfer differ from the ferry between Hvar and Dubrovnik?

A private speedboat departs when you choose, skips the ferry terminal queues, and includes an English-speaking skipper who narrates the route. The ferry runs on a fixed schedule and carries many passengers. The speedboat is yours alone, with refreshments and WiFi included.

What's included in the speedboat transfer from Hvar town?

The transfer includes the boat rental, fuel, the skipper's service, refreshments on board and WiFi. You pay one price for the private vessel. Gratuities are separate.

Can I choose what time the speedboat leaves Hvar?

Yes, the transfer offers flexible departure times. You arrange the time that works for your schedule in Hvar, and the skipper departs accordingly.

How long does the speedboat crossing from Hvar to Dubrovnik actually take?

The journey is roughly three hours, though the exact time depends on sea conditions and the time of day you travel. The skipper will give you a precise estimate when you book your departure time.

Is the speedboat suitable if I'm traveling with young children?

Yes, infants travel on an adult's lap, and the transfer suits all fitness levels. The sea journey is relaxed, and you have the skipper's full attention throughout.