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Istrian Museum of Contemporary Art
A contemporary art museum hosting changing exhibitions by Croatian and international artists in a central historic setting.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Opatija to Pula among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$9 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€11). The journey takes 1h 53m versus 1h 18m 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 Nomago, Autotrans by Arriva, GoOpti, Brioni, FlixBus, Autobusni Promet.
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 GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 10:41AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 1h54 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 02:53PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h52 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 06:24PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
The table below shows live departures for Opatija to Pula buses for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:00 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 2h10 | 7:10 AM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Opatija, Bus Station | 1h40 | 12:15 PM Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Opatija to Pula run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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A contemporary art museum hosting changing exhibitions by Croatian and international artists in a central historic setting.
A major regional museum inside Pula Castle, covering Istrian history, naval heritage, archaeology, and cultural collections.
The key archaeological museum for Istria, presenting finds from prehistoric, Roman, and medieval periods across the peninsula.
Pula’s historic main square, lively and photogenic, surrounded by Roman heritage and a natural starting point for exploring the old town.
A scenic seafront promenade ideal for walking, jogging, and sunset views, popular with both locals and visitors.
A charming old-town street lined with historic facades, shops, and access to several of Pula’s best-known Roman landmarks.
Traditional Istrian handmade pasta served with a creamy truffle sauce. It is one of the region’s signature dishes because Istria is famous for prized black and white truffles.
Hand-rolled Istrian pasta, often served with beef stew, game, or truffles. It is a rustic local staple strongly associated with home-style cooking in Istria.
A hearty Istrian soup or stew made with beans, potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and often cured meat. It is a classic comfort dish eaten across the peninsula.
A famous seafood-focused restaurant in the Pula area, celebrated for creative dishes based on Adriatic fish and a destination-worthy dining experience.
Popular traditional konoba known for grilled meats, seafood, and hearty Istrian fare, with a rustic atmosphere and consistently strong local reputation.
Established traditional restaurant known for Istrian specialties, truffle dishes, local pasta, and quality olive oil in a classic, welcoming setting.
Prices are moderate by Croatian standards. Old Town dining and peak summer stays cost more, but groceries, bakeries, and local konobas can be good value.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave about 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes. Round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Opatija to Pula by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pula, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Opatija to Pula buses use the Opatija, Autobusni Kolodvor to Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula station pair, with some services arriving at Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor. Use this guide to compare Opatija and Pula bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Pula city centre. Public transport options include:
Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Pula (in the station), Bistro Punkt (0.5 km), Restaurant Kantina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
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