The Makarska–Sumartin ferry (Jadrolinija Line 638) is the direct car-ferry connection between the Makarska Riviera and the eastern side of Brač. It runs year-round, with substantially more departures in summer, and the scheduled crossing takes about 50 minutes. In practice, allow roughly an hour for the voyage.
If you’re staying in or near Makarska and heading to eastern or southern Brač, this route can save considerable driving compared with going north to Split for the Split-Supetar route. The ferry arrives in Sumartin, a practical starting point for Selca, Povlja, eastern Brač and onward road travel toward Bol and the rest of the island.
Line 638 is a reservable car-ferry route: when you buy a ticket for a selected departure, that ticket reserves your place on that sailing. Jadrolinija asks passengers to be at the port at least 45 minutes before departure; with a vehicle in July and August, allowing around an hour or more is sensible.
2026 fare snapshot: adult passenger €4.10–€6.40, child aged 3–12 €2.30, standard car €18.70–€27.00, motorcycle €9.60–€13.70 and bicycle €4.10–€6.40. Jadrolinija’s published 2026 tariff documents use slightly different May breakpoints for the seasonal fare period, so check the live booking price for your exact travel date.
Makarska-Sumartin ferry quick overview
- Operator: Jadrolinija
- Line: 638
- Route: Makarska ↔ Sumartin (Brač)
- Runs: year-round
- Scheduled crossing: about 50 minutes; allow roughly an hour in practice
- Reservation: buying a ticket reserves your place on the selected departure
- Official arrival minimum: at least 45 minutes before departure
- Vehicles: passenger cars, motorcycles, campers/caravans and bicycles are accepted in the applicable categories
- Not carried: large trucks and buses
- Best for: travelers on the Makarska Riviera heading to eastern or southern Brač
Jump to: Timetable 2026 | Ticket prices 2026 | Tickets and reservation rules
Makarska-Sumartin ferry timetable 2026
This is the official 2026 sailing schedule for Jadrolinija Line 638. The scheduled one-way voyage is about 50 minutes. Timetable periods and fare periods are not necessarily identical, so use this section for departure times and the price section separately for fares.
Valid from 29.05.2026 - 13.09.2026
Daily departures from Makarska and Sumartin
| From Makarska | From Sumartin |
|---|---|
| 06:30 | 06:30 |
| 08:30 | 08:30 |
| 10:30 | 10:30 |
| 12:30 | 12:30 |
| 14:30 | 14:30 |
| 16:30 | 16:30 |
| 21:00 | 21:00 |
Valid from 01.05.2026 - 28.05.2026 and 14.09.2026 - 27.09.2026
Daily departures from Makarska and Sumartin
| From Makarska | From Sumartin |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | 06:30* |
| 12:30 | 11:00 |
| 17:00 | 15:00 |
| 20:00 | 18:30 |
- *On Sundays and public holidays, the first departure from Sumartin is at 08:00.
Valid from 01.01.2026 - 30.04.2026 and 28.09.2026 - 31.12.2026
Monday-Saturday
| From Makarska | From Sumartin |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | 06:30* |
| 12:30 | 11:00 |
| 18:30 | 15:30 |
Sunday and public holidays
| From Makarska | From Sumartin |
|---|---|
| 09:00* | 08:00* |
| 12:30 | 11:00 |
| 19:30 | 18:00 |
- *Marked departures do not sail on 01.01., 25.12. and 26.12.
On 06.04.2026, the departure from Sumartin is at 06:00.
Makarska to Sumartin (Brač) car ferry 2026 timetable (PDF)
Ticket prices 2026
These are the official published 2026 standard fares for Line 638. You pay for each passenger plus the vehicle if you are driving.
| Category | Ticket type | Lower seasonal fare | Higher seasonal fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passengers | Adult | €4.10 | €6.40 |
| Passengers | Child (3–12) | €2.30 | €2.30 |
| Vehicles | Standard car (up to 5.0 m long and/or up to 2.0 m high, up to 9 seats) | €18.70 | €27.00 |
| Vehicles | Larger passenger car (over 5.0 m and/or over 2.0 m high, up to 9 seats) | €34.80 | €42.60 |
| Vehicles | Motorcycle | €9.60 | €13.70 |
| Vehicles | Bicycle | €4.10 | €6.40 |
| Vehicles | Trailer up to 3.0 m | €11.40 | €17.40 |
| Vehicles | Caravan / camper / trailer up to 5.0 m | €34.80 | €45.40 |
| Vehicles | Caravan / camper / trailer 5.01–7.0 m | €43.20 | €55.50 |
| Vehicles | Caravan / camper / trailer over 7.0 m | €56.10 | €70.90 |
Example: 2 adults + 1 standard car = €26.90 at the lower fare or €39.80 at the higher fare.
Jadrolinija also publishes reduced island fares for eligible users. These are not general tourist fares, so most visitors should use the standard prices above.
- Hand luggage: up to 20 kg per passenger is free.
- Pets: transported free subject to Jadrolinija’s current pet rules.
Makarska to Sumartin (Brač) car ferry 2026 price list (PDF)
How to buy tickets and reserve your place
Makarska-Sumartin is one of Jadrolinija’s lines with reservations. Your ticket is tied to the selected departure and reserves your place on that sailing.
Buying online
- Select Makarska → Sumartin (Brač) and your travel date.
- Choose the departure you want.
- Add all passengers and the correct vehicle category.
- Have the vehicle registration/traffic-permit information ready for a vehicle ticket.
- If using a rental car and the licence plate is not yet known, use the option/instruction supplied by Jadrolinija during booking.
- Keep the ticket on your phone; printing is normally unnecessary.
Buying at the port
- Tickets can also be purchased at Jadrolinija sales points, subject to availability.
- Bring the vehicle registration/traffic permit when buying a vehicle ticket.
- In summer, buying before reaching the port is much safer if you need a particular departure.
How early should you arrive?
- Official route-specific minimum: at least 45 minutes before departure.
- Vehicle in July/August: around 60 minutes or more is a useful practical buffer, especially on busy weekends.
- Do not cut it close: having a reservation does not remove the need to arrive in time for organized vehicle loading.
Vehicles allowed on Line 638
Line 638 is a car ferry, but the vessel has operational size limits.
- Accepted: passenger cars, motorcycles, bicycles, campers, caravans and trailers within the permitted booking categories.
- Not carried: Jadrolinija explicitly states that large trucks and buses cannot be transported on this route.
- Correct category: vehicle length and height affect both price and available capacity, so enter dimensions accurately during booking.
Makarska-Sumartin or Split-Supetar?
Both routes take vehicles to Brač, but they suit different itineraries.
Choose Makarska-Sumartin if:
- You are staying on the Makarska Riviera.
- You are heading to Sumartin, Selca, Povlja or eastern/southern Brač.
- You want to avoid driving north to Split before crossing to the island.
- You want a reservable departure for your vehicle.
Choose Split-Supetar if:
- You are starting in Split.
- You are heading to Supetar or northern/western Brač.
- You want the island’s main ferry gateway and a different onward road position.
- The Makarska-Sumartin departure times do not fit your itinerary.
See the Split-Supetar car ferry timetable for comparison.
How to check the next departure
For travel today or tomorrow, use Jadrolinija’s live booking search rather than relying only on the static timetable.
- Search & Buy - choose Makarska and Sumartin (Brač) with your date.
- For return travel, reverse the route to Sumartin → Makarska.
- Check Jadrolinija service notices close to departure if weather is poor.
Ports: Makarska and Sumartin
Makarska ferry port
Makarska Ferry Port is on the town-centre waterfront. The Jadrolinija sales point is at Obala kralja Tomislava 15, close to the vehicle lanes and ferry berth.
- With a car: follow signs for Trajekt/Ferry and join the vehicle lane for Sumartin.
- On foot: the ferry port is centrally located and within walking distance of much of central Makarska.
- Leaving a car behind: use marked city parking rather than stopping in ferry-loading areas.
Directions to Jadrolinija Makarska
Sumartin ferry port
Sumartin is a small port village on eastern Brač. The Jadrolinija sales point is at Porat 1, directly in the port area.
- Driving onward: Sumartin gives easy road access toward Selca and the rest of eastern Brač, with onward roads toward Bol and Supetar.
- Without a car: check current local bus connections before travel rather than relying on a fixed timetable.
- Return trip: pay particular attention to Sunday/public-holiday first-departure changes in the relevant schedule periods.
Directions to Jadrolinija Sumartin
Alternatives if this ferry does not fit your plan
- Need a car on Brač? Drive to Split and use the Split-Supetar car ferry.
- Foot passenger: depending on your destination, fast passenger services from Split to Bol or other Brač ports may work better.
- More choices: browse all Split-region ferry routes.
FAQ: Makarska-Sumartin car ferry
Is there a car ferry from Makarska to Brač?
Yes. Jadrolinija operates the Makarska-Sumartin car ferry as Line 638 throughout the year.
How long does the Makarska-Sumartin ferry take?
The official 2026 timetable gives a scheduled crossing of about 50 minutes. Jadrolinija’s route page rounds the trip to around 60 minutes, so allow roughly an hour in practice.
How often does the ferry run?
Frequency depends on the season. The busiest period, 29 May-13 September 2026, has seven departures per day in each direction. Shoulder-season periods have four, while the main off-season timetable has three.
Does my ticket reserve a place on the ferry?
Yes. Line 638 is a reservable route, so the ticket reserves your place on the selected departure.
How early should I arrive with a car?
Jadrolinija asks passengers to be at the port at least 45 minutes before departure. In peak summer, around an hour or more is a safer practical buffer for vehicles.
How much does the ferry cost in 2026?
Published standard fares include €4.10–€6.40 per adult and €18.70–€27.00 for a standard car. Jadrolinija’s 2026 tariff documents use slightly different seasonal breakpoints in May, so check the live booking price for your exact date.
Can I take a camper or caravan?
Yes, within the permitted vehicle categories and dimensions. Larger campers, caravans and trailers have separate tariff bands.
Can buses or large trucks use this ferry?
No. Jadrolinija states that large trucks and buses cannot be transported on Line 638.
Can I take a bicycle?
Yes. The published 2026 standard bicycle fare is €4.10 at the lower seasonal rate and €6.40 at the higher rate.
Where should I check for last-minute changes?
Use Jadrolinija’s live Search & Buy tool for your date and check current service notices if weather or operating conditions may affect sailings.