Ferry guide

Split to Vis Ferry

Vis is the furthest of the main Dalmatian islands from Split. The crossing takes the better part of three hours. That distance is exactly why it's still worth going.

The two routes

Fewer connections than you might expect

Vis has significantly fewer daily sailings than Hvar or Brač. In shoulder season there may be only one or two departures per day in each direction. Check the timetable before you plan. Missing the last ferry means staying another night — which is rarely a tragedy, but worth knowing.

The Krilo catamaran is faster and passenger-only. The Jadrolinija car ferry is slower but carries vehicles. Both arrive at Vis town harbour.

Do you need a car?

For a short stay in Vis town or Komiža, you don't need one. The two main towns are served by local buses, taxis, and scooter rental. If you want to reach Stiniva beach by road or explore the interior properly, a car or scooter helps significantly.

Stiniva beach

Stiniva is the reason many people come to Vis. A narrow cleft in the rock that opens into an enclosed pebble bay. In summer it fills up — arrive early or take a boat from Vis town. The 40-minute hike down from the road is dramatic and the view from the top is one of the better ones on the coast.

Vis town vs Komiža

Vis town is quieter, older, more restaurant-dense. Komiža is the fishing village on the west side — smaller, more authentic, closer to the Blue Cave boat tours if that's on your list. An hour apart by bus or a short taxi ride.