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Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral
Rijeka’s leading maritime and regional history museum in the Governor’s Palace, with major collections on seafaring, local culture, and the city’s past.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlobag to Rijeka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlobag to Rijeka will cost around CHF 11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 11.
On Tue, Nov 10, we found 1 buses from Karlobag to Rijeka, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Tue, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Karlobag to Rijeka run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF 19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 17:55. The fastest bus covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 5:55 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Karlobag to Rijeka.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Brioni Pula d.o.o. | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF 11 |
The table below shows live departures for Karlobag to Rijeka buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 AM Karlobag | 2h45 | 12:30 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Rijeka’s leading maritime and regional history museum in the Governor’s Palace, with major collections on seafaring, local culture, and the city’s past.
Main city museum site in a restored Baroque palace, presenting Rijeka’s urban, industrial, and cultural history in modern exhibitions.
Museum focused on modern and contemporary art, known for strong regional programming and changing exhibitions in the Benčić cultural quarter.
Rijeka’s main pedestrian promenade lined with historic façades, shops, and city life. It is the essential starting point for exploring the center.
Revitalized former industrial complex turned cultural quarter with museums, library, and public spaces. One of modern Rijeka’s most interesting zones.
Historic neighborhood on the hill above Rijeka, loved for views, heritage sites, and a calmer atmosphere than the busy center below.
Scampi from Kvarner, often grilled or prepared buzara-style with olive oil, garlic and wine. A flagship local seafood specialty prized for sweet, delicate meat.
A brothy fish stew from the northern Adriatic, made with mixed local fish, tomato, wine and aromatics. Traditional coastal home cooking in Rijeka and Kvarner.
Cuttlefish or squid risotto colored with ink, giving a deep sea flavor and black appearance. A classic Adriatic dish common in Rijeka seafood restaurants.
Elegant seafood restaurant known for refined Adriatic dishes, tasting menus and polished service near the city center.
Established waterfront venue specializing in fish, shellfish and classic Kvarner seafood in a relaxed marina setting.
Popular traditional tavern serving grilled meats, local seafood and Croatian staples in a casual, dependable atmosphere.
Moderate for Croatia: rooms rise in summer, but dining and local buses stay fairly reasonable for most visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Most Karlobag to Rijeka buses use the Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka (Policijska Postaja) to Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor station pair. Use this guide to compare Karlobag and Rijeka bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka (Policijska Postaja) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants are available within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka (Policijska Postaja). ATMs are available at Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka (Policijska Postaja).
Ticket office support is available at Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka (Policijska Postaja).
Available at Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka (Policijska Postaja): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka (Policijska Postaja): Accessibility facilities are not available.
Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor is 2 km from Rijeka city centre. Public transport options include:
Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Bakery (in the station), Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
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