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Archaeological Museum Zadar
Major regional museum with prehistoric, Roman, and medieval finds, including artifacts from ancient Iader and the wider Dalmatian coast.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Zadar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Zadar will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Zadar without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Zadar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $189.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$48 Average price Cheapest | $448 Average price | $171 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Zadar:
A bus is $400 (€325) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Zadar costing on average $448 (€364).
Other travel options to Zadar take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $171 (€139) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $123 (€100). The journey takes 8h 15m versus 5h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Zadar buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h00 | 6:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 9h35 | 6:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h00 | 7:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h40 | 7:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 9h00 | 9:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 8h35 | 9:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 10h35 | 5:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h50 | 5:20 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h30 | 5:20 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 10h35 | 10:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 10h00 | 10:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 9h35 | 10:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Budapest to Zadar run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Zadar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zadar trip today.
Major regional museum with prehistoric, Roman, and medieval finds, including artifacts from ancient Iader and the wider Dalmatian coast.
Specialized museum displaying Roman glass vessels, jewelry, and live glassmaking demonstrations in a modern waterfront setting.
Interactive illusion museum with optical exhibits and photo-friendly installations, popular with families and social media visitors.
Zadar's famous waterfront installation uses sea waves to create music, making it one of the city's signature sunset spots.
Large solar-powered light installation beside the Sea Organ, especially popular at dusk for photos and waterfront views.
The compact historic peninsula combines Roman ruins, churches, lively streets, and sea views in the city's main walking area.
A famous hard sheep’s milk cheese from nearby Pag Island, prized for its salty, aromatic flavor shaped by the island’s herbs and sea air.
Dalmatian black risotto colored with cuttlefish ink, rich with seafood flavor and widely enjoyed along the Zadar coast.
A traditional Adriatic fish stew cooked slowly with several kinds of fish, onion, tomato, and wine, commonly served with polenta.
One of Zadar’s best-known fine dining addresses, set by the harbor walls and admired for elegant seafood dishes and a romantic atmosphere.
A well-known Zadar restaurant near the old town, respected for refined Dalmatian cooking, local ingredients, and a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
A longstanding seafood restaurant with waterfront views, known for fish, shellfish, and a more upscale dining experience in central Zadar.
Moderate by Croatian standards. Old Town dining costs more, but bakeries, konobas, and local cafes stay reasonably priced.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and bars, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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