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Zadar → Olib

TP Line’s state fast passenger line 9401 links Zadar with Olib every day, calling at Premuda and Silba, taking about 2 hours 10 minutes. Off season the boat leaves Zadar at 14:00 on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 on Wednesdays and 17:00 on Fridays, with weekend departures at 08:45, 14:00 and 18:30 (check the day you need).

⏱ 1h 10m – 2h 10m🚢 1 operator📅 TP Line: daily, 1–2 sailings each way (line 9401)🐕 Pet friendly
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Zadar to Olib ferry at a glance

The ferry from Zadar to Olib takes 1h 10m – 2h 10m across the Adriatic Sea, operated by TP Line. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: TP Line: daily, 1–2 sailings each way (line 9401).

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 2026-10-26.

Sources: tp-line.hr · tp-line.hr · How we verify

Return crossing: Olib to Zadar

TP Line also sails Olib to Zadar, taking About 1h. Olib → Zadar: 05:30 Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 07:00 Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday (via Silba and Premuda, about 2 hours 10 minutes), a direct 16:20 sailing on Saturdays (1 hour 10 minutes) and 16:00 on Sundays.

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Zadar to Olib ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Daily (off season: 1 January – 31 May and 16 September – 31 December)

TP Line’s 2026 off-season and low-season timetable; the summer timetable (1 June – 15 September) has more sailings. TP Line notes that the 08:45 departure from Zadar does not run on Sundays and public holidays, and that holiday eves and holidays have changed times.

Published departure times

  • Zadar → Premuda → Silba → Olib: 14:00 Mon, Tue, Thu (arrives 16:10); 11:00 Wed (13:10); 17:00 Fri (19:10); weekends 08:45, 14:00 and 18:30 (arrive 10:55, 16:10, 20:40)
  • Olib → Silba → Premuda → Zadar: 05:30 Mon, Wed, Fri and 07:00 Tue, Thu, Sat (arrive 07:40 / 09:10); Saturday 16:20 direct (arrives 17:30)
  • Olib → Premuda → Silba → Zadar: 16:00 on Sundays and holidays (arrives 18:15)

Return: Olib → Zadar: 05:30 Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 07:00 Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday (via Silba and Premuda, about 2 hours 10 minutes), a direct 16:20 sailing on Saturdays (1 hour 10 minutes) and 16:00 on Sundays.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

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Source: TP Line 2026 sailing schedule (operator PDF), read 26 Oct 2026. Verified 2026-10-26.

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⏱ 1h 10m – 2h 10m · 📐 25 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
TP Line1h 10m – 2h 10mFast passenger catamaran

Route Features

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Vehicles

Foot passengers only

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

25 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

    Tips for the Zadar to Olib Crossing

    • TP Line asks passengers to be at the boarding place at least 15 minutes before departure (30 minutes on the Zadar islands line). Its website shows each vessel’s live position.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long is the boat from Zadar to Olib?
    About 2 hours 10 minutes with calls at Premuda and Silba (1 hour 10 minutes on the direct Saturday sailing from Olib) on TP Line’s state fast passenger line 9401, according to TP Line’s 2026 sailing schedule.
    How often does the Zadar to Olib boat run?
    Every day: one or two sailings each way depending on the day off season, more in summer.
    How much is the boat from Zadar to Olib?
    TP Line’s 2026 price list gives €5.70 off season and €8.10 in season for Zadar – Olib. TP Line says the fare is the same in both directions; children aged 3 to 12 pay less, and pets in carriers pay 50%.
    Which ferry companies sail from Zadar to Olib?
    TP Line operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
    Can I take my car on the Zadar to Olib ferry?
    No. This is a foot-passenger service and vehicles are not carried. Use parking near the departure pier or public transport to reach it.
    Can I take the Zadar to Olib ferry as a foot passenger?
    Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
    Are dogs and pets allowed on the Zadar to Olib ferry?
    Pets are accepted on this route, subject to the operator’s rules (for example staying in the vehicle, kennels or pet-friendly cabins). International crossings also require the correct pet travel documents.
    How far is Zadar from Olib by ferry?
    The sea crossing is about 25 nautical miles (roughly 46 km).