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Meštrović Gallery
Gallery dedicated to Ivan Meštrović, displaying sculptures, drawings, and architecture in the artist’s former seaside residence.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Makarska to Split among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 28 nautical miles (52 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Makarska to Split:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Makarska to Split costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Split take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 35m.
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Ferries from Makarska to Split run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 18:50. The fastest ferry covers the 28 nautical miles (52 km) distance in 1h 35m. Ferries from Makarska to Split are available to foot passengers.

Distance 28 nautical miles (52 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 8:00 AM |
Last ferry 6:50 PM |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Makarska to Split 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 Split, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Makarska to Split ferries use the Makarska to Port of Split port pair. Use this guide to compare Makarska and Split ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Makarska has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant Riva (0.2km), Konoba Kalalarga (0.4km), Restaurant Ivo (0.6km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Makarska.
Available at Makarska: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Port of Split has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Konoba Matejuska (0.7km), Fife (0.8km), Konoba Marjan (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Split.
Available at Port of Split: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Split.
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