Dubrovnik - Kotor
Ferries to Montenegro
Dubrovnik - Kotor
Ferries to Montenegro
Last Updated: 2026-10-01
Compare live pricing across ferry operators worldwide and find the sailing that fits your trip. Booking sooner rather than later is the simplest way to secure the best fares and the widest choice.
Direct Ferries runs discounts across the calendar year. If your route qualifies for a senior discount, it's applied for you automatically as soon as you choose the correct age bracket in the passenger options when you search.
Students and recent graduates qualify for a 5% saving on their ticket. Register with our partner Student Beans to confirm your eligibility, then apply the discount code you receive at checkout.
A resident discount is also on offer for a number of Spanish and Italian crossings — select the "Residents" option where available and the price will adjust automatically. Make sure you can show proof of address, such as a residency certificate or ID card, when you check in.
Document requirements differ by route, so check what you'll need well before departure. Travelling from Dubrovnik to Kotor generally calls for a valid passport, plus any visa or national ID your nationality requires. Since rules depend on both your citizenship and your destination's regulations, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is a good place to check the details and avoid delays at check-in.
Getting your tickets is simple — enter your departure port, arrival port, and preferred travel date to see every fare and sailing available. From there, you can compare alternative routes and departure times to land on the best option for your trip.
Watch for early-bird pricing and flexible ticket formats, such as upgrades or flexi-fares that allow later changes or cancellations. Enter your details accurately, including passenger count and vehicle information, to keep your booking process smooth.
A confirmation email lands in your inbox the moment your booking is finalised. How your boarding pass gets issued from there depends on the specific ferry operator.
Certain operators release your boarding pass right after booking; others want you to check in once you reach the port. Where available, the Direct Ferries app lets you check in online ahead of time.
Ticket desks sit near the ferry terminal in most cases. Give yourself extra time before departure to collect your tickets and complete check-in without stress.
You'll need to present your confirmation email plus valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — at check-in. Pet owners should bring vaccination and insurance paperwork, and anyone using a resident discount should have proof of address on hand.
A handful of reasons can explain the lack of departures from Dubrovnik to Kotor on your selected date — timetable adjustments, sold-out sailings, or a seasonal gap are the usual culprits. Try a different date or browse other routes through our Route & Port finder.
Booking your Dubrovnik to Kotor ferry early usually pays off, both in terms of price and choice — earlier bookings tend to unlock better fares and more departure and cabin options.
A few weeks' notice is generally enough to catch the best deals, though fares can still move depending on the season and remaining availability.
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| Dubrovnik - Kotor Ferry Route Prices |
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| Dubrovnik - Kotor Ferry Route Summary | |
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| Origin | Croatia |
| Destination | Montenegro |
| Distance | 0 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 October 2026.
Dubrovnik ferry port is located in the extreme south of Croatia on the Adriatic Sea and is bordered with both Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The ferry terminal is in Gruž, about 3 km from the Old Town. All ferries to and from Dubrovnik arrive and depart from here. Dubrovnik ferry services connect the port with the other main coastal towns in Croatia as well as a popular international service to/from southern Italy. With its sublime location, overlooking the calm blue waters of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik is one of the world’s most magnificent walled cities and Croatia's prime tourist destination.
Perhaps the most beautiful and mesmerising sight in Kotor surrounds the ferry port – gliding through the stunning mountains on a 17-mile waterway is one of the most memorable ways to enter a country. The city of Kotor is found on one of Montenegro’s most striking bays, with picturesque views and towering mountains a reason to visit in themselves. Away from the incredible natural landscapes, Kotor boasts cobblestone streets ringing with the sound of tourists enjoying the museums, welcoming cafes and Venetian palaces. Come nightfall, the marble lanes glow with the lights of live music being played in bars and dance music coming from the night clubs. Bordering the Adriatic Sea, the port itself consists of four smaller bays, with a small boat service operating around the area to transport passengers across the small bodies of water. The aesthetics of the bays are striking yet also unusual, prompting it to be labelled the southernmost fjord in Europe; however, it is in fact a submerged river canyon. Other than the boat service, there is also a bus service operating around the area, and for those that don’t mind paying a bit more, taxis are known to be safe and relatively affordable. The ferry routes leaving the port run to Italy and Montenegro – most crossings are relatively short and comfortable.
