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Cultural-Historical Museum
Set inside the Rector’s Palace, this museum presents period rooms, portraits and objects that illustrate civic life in the former republic.
Cheapest price on 21 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 21 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 21 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 21 Sept
2 h 10 m
Ferries on 21 Sept
2
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Vela Luka to Dubrovnik is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vela Luka to Dubrovnik will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £10.
On Mon 21 Sept, we found 2 ferries from Vela Luka to Dubrovnik, including 2 direct services.
On Mon 21 Sept the direct ferries cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Vela Luka to Dubrovnik among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £13, while a ferry costs an average of £13.
Distance: 63 nautical miles (118 km)
Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Dubrovnik take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 38m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator TP Line | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 09:40 | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator TP Line | Departure Time 05:40 | Arrival Time 07:50 | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator TP Line | Departure Time 06:40 | Arrival Time 08:50 | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator TP Line | Departure Time 12:20 | Arrival Time 14:15 | Duration 1h55 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator TP Line | Departure Time 18:20 | Arrival Time 20:20 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Krilo-Kapetan Luka | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator TP Line | Departure Time 07:40 | Arrival Time 09:50 | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Vela Luka to Dubrovnik ferries for tomorrow, Monday 21 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:40 Vela Luka | 2h10 | 7:50 Dubrovnik | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:40 Vela Luka | 2h10 | 8:50 Dubrovnik | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Vela Luka to Dubrovnik run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:35, the last at 18:20. The fastest ferry covers the 63 nautical miles (118 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 15 sailings per week. Ferries from Vela Luka to Dubrovnik are available to foot passengers.



Distance 63 nautical miles (118 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 15 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 7:35 |
Last ferry 18:20 |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vela Luka to Dubrovnik by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Dubrovnik, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vela Luka to Dubrovnik ferries use the Korčula to Dubrovnik port pair. Use this guide to compare Vela Luka and Dubrovnik ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Dubrovnik is 1 km from Dubrovnik city centre. Public transport options include:
Dubrovnik has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Orka Restaurant (0.3km), Bistro 49 (0.5km), Restaurant Amfora (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Dubrovnik.
Available at Dubrovnik: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dubrovnik.
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