- Must visit
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.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$9
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$9
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 15
11
Distance
833 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pula to Rijeka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pula to Rijeka will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 11 buses from Pula to Rijeka, including 11 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 833 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 1 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pula to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $799 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $799, while a flight costs an average of $799.
Distance: 517 miles (833 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$799 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Brioni Pula d.o.o. | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Brioni Pula d.o.o. | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Brioni Pula d.o.o. | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Brioni Pula d.o.o. | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Brioni Pula d.o.o. | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Pula to Rijeka buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 PM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 2h30 | 11:00 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 1h25 | 10:55 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
![]() | 3:45 AM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 1h15 | 5:00 AM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 1h50 | 7:20 AM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 1h30 | 8:00 AM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 2h00 | 9:00 AM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 2h30 | 1:30 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 2h25 | 3:25 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 2h30 | 4:00 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 1h45 | 5:30 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor | 1h45 | 7:15 PM Rijeka | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 21:30.
Distance 517 miles (833 km) |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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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