The cheapest and fastest ferries from Budva to Dubrovnik
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Budva to Dubrovnik is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budva to Dubrovnik will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Budva for Dubrovnik on Wed, Nov 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct ferries cover the 73 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Budva to Dubrovnik
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budva to Dubrovnik among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a ferry costs an average of €40.
Distance: 39 nautical miles (73 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus |
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€50 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Budva to Dubrovnik ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Budva to Dubrovnik ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 AM Budva | 2h00 | 6:00 AM Dubrovnik | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Budva to Dubrovnik
Ferries from Budva to Dubrovnik run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest ferry covers the 39 nautical miles (73 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week.

Distance 39 nautical miles (73 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 06:00 |
Last ferry 18:00 |
Ferry operators: KOMPAS from Budva to DubrovnikYou can travel by ferry between Budva to Dubrovnik with KOMPAS for as low as $37 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Budva to Dubrovnik
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budva 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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Budva to Dubrovnik
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Orka Restaurant (0.3km)
- Bistro 49 (0.5km)
- Restaurant Amfora (0.7km)
- Main companies are Dubrovnik Taxi and Plavi Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 1A, 1B, stop: Gruž
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