Driving & Ferry-Crossing

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Can I take a rental car on a ferry from Split to the islands?

Yes, with prior supplier approval. Split’s Jadrolinija ferry terminal is a short walk or drive from ACI Marina Split, on the opposite side of the harbour from the marina itself.

DestinationCrossing TimeCar Ferry?
Supetar (Brač)~50 minYes
Stari Grad (Hvar)~2 hrsYes
Vis (town)~2 hrs 20 minYes

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Is driving around ACI Marina Split easy for visitors?

Driving directly to or around the ACI Marina Split is fairly easy, but navigating the broader port area and city centre can be challenging for first-time visitors. Most bareboat and crewed charters run on a Saturday-to-Saturday cycle, and changeover days can cause heavy traffic around the marina gate as one group’s luggage and provisions go out while the next group’s come in.

DayRisk LevelAdvice
Saturday (charter changeover)HighExpect queuing for the marina car park and loading area between roughly 12:00–17:00; allow extra time
Summer weekday eveningsMediumGeneral Split city congestion, not marina-specific
Off-season (Nov–Mar)LowMarina and surrounding roads are quiet

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Are there toll roads near Split ACI Marina?

The marina does not have any immediate toll roads, as it is located on the western side of central Split and the roads leading to and from the ACI Marina are toll-free city roads. Travellers planning longer journeys from Split to other major cities often encounter tolled routes.

DestinationToll road needed?Notes
TrogirNoUsually via the D8 coastal road.
OmišNoCoastal D8 route is toll-free.
MakarskaNo (coastal route) / Yes (motorway option)A1 motorway is faster but tolled.
ŠibenikUsually YesA1 motorway is the quickest route.
ZadarYesMost drivers use the A1 motorway.
Plitvice LakesYesA1 motorway for most of the journey.
ZagrebYesA1 motorway is the standard route.
DubrovnikOptionalCoastal D8 is toll-free; A1 is partially tolled for part of the journey. 

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