The cheapest and fastest buses from Rijeka to Cres
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rijeka to Cres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rijeka to Cres will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rijeka for Cres on Sat, Jan 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 2 h 4 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.










Travel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Rijeka to Cres
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rijeka to Cres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|
€58 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rijeka to Cres bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rijeka to Cres buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 PM Rijeka | 1h00 | 7:00 PM Cres | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
![]() | 8:40 AM Rijeka | 2h04 | 10:44 AM Cres | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Rijeka | 1h30 | 2:30 PM Cres | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Rijeka | 1h56 | 4:56 PM Cres | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rijeka to Cres
Buses from Rijeka to Cres run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by ferry.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:48, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 05:48 |
Last bus 18:30 |
Bus providers: Autotrans by Arriva from Rijeka to CresYou can travel by bus between Rijeka to Cres with Autotrans by Arriva for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Autotrans by Arriva
FAQs: Bus from Rijeka to Cres
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rijeka to Cres 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 Cres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Autotrans by Arriva
- Autotrans by Arriva aims to provide safe and operationally feasible transport for disabled persons or persons with reduced mobility.
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Refunds are possible if requested within 2 hours of departure for domestic lines and 6 hours for international lines, with a 10% handling fee for cash refunds or a full-value coupon valid for 12 months.
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Additional luggage may be transported depending on available space in the baggage hold and with an accompanying luggage ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rijeka to Cres
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 3, 7, 8, 18 Train: Rijeka Train Station
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