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Meštrović Gallery
Gallery dedicated to Ivan Meštrović, displaying sculptures, drawings, and architecture in the artist’s former seaside residence.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sarajevo to Split is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sarajevo to Split will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 3 buses that leave Sarajevo for Split on Tue, Aug 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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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0Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sarajevo to Split among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $335 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sarajevo to Split:
A bus is $286 (€231) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sarajevo to Split costing on average $335 (€270).
Other travel options to Split take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 57m.
You'll arrive about -4h -3m sooner (6h 57m by bus vs 3h 54m by car) and save roughly $-3.19 (€-2.57) compared to fuel and tolls ($49 (€39) vs $46 (€37)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by CroatiaBus - Globtour, Infobus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator CroatiaBus - Globtour | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator CroatiaBus - Globtour | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Sarajevo to Split buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 6:00 AM Sarajevo | 7h30 | 1:30 PM Split | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:00 AM Sarajevo | 8h00 | 3:00 PM Split | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 AM Sarajevo | 8h00 | 6:00 PM Split | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Sarajevo to Split run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 15:00. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 3:00 PM |
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Most Sarajevo to Split buses use the Sarajevo to Split station pair. Use this guide to compare Sarajevo and Split bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sarajevo is 4 km from Sarajevo city centre. Public transport options include:
Sarajevo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and snack bar on site.
Free Wi-Fi available inside main terminal. ATMs are aTM located near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sarajevo.
Available at Sarajevo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sarajevo: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Split has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Split. ATMs are available at Split.
Ticket office support is available at Split.
Available at Split: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Split: Wheelchair accessible entrances and exits.
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