Italy → Croatia
Bari → Split
Jadrolinija’s line 56 links Bari with Split, giving travellers from southern Italy a direct car ferry to central Dalmatia instead of going via Ancona. It sails on a seasonal timetable from spring to autumn.
Bari to Split ferry at a glance
The ferry from Bari to Split takes About 10h (overnight) across the Adriatic Sea, operated by Jadrolinija. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: seasonal, from late March to October, on published days only.
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
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Return crossing: Split to Bari
Jadrolinija also sails Split to Bari, taking About 10h (overnight). In Jadrolinija’s 2026 spring and October timetable the Split departure is Monday at 22:00, arriving in Bari at 08:00 the next morning.
Bari to Split ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Seasonal; published periods include 30 March–29 April and 19–22 October, with the main summer timetable in between
No winter service; the 2026 season runs from late March to late October
Return: In Jadrolinija’s 2026 spring and October timetable the Split departure is Monday at 22:00, arriving in Bari at 08:00 the next morning.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Jadrolinija timetable →Source: Jadrolinija 2026 line 56 timetable. Verified 2026-09-29.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Jadrolinija | About 10h (overnight) | Jadrolinija car ferry |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
Pets allowed with valid documents
Distance
150 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Split ferry port is next to the bus and railway stations