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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
$88
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 57 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Zadar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Zadar will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 3 buses that leave Salzburg for Zadar on Tue, Jun 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 443 km distance in an average of 10 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 11 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Zadar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $203.
Distance: 275 miles (443 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $391 Average price | $176 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 53m Average total duration Fastest 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 43m Average total duration 11h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Zadar:
A bus is $333 (€270) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Zadar costing on average $391 (€316).
Other travel options to Zadar take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 43m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€46) compared to roughly $176 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $118 (€96). The journey takes 10h 23m versus 6h 23m 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Zadar buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h45 | 6:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:35 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 10h40 | 5:15 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h25 | 12:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 10h25 | 12:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Salzburg to Zadar run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 275 miles (443 km) distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 25m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 70 days |
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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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