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War Childhood Museum
Powerful museum on the 1992–1996 siege, using artifacts and personal stories to explain everyday life during the war.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Split to Sarajevo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Split to Sarajevo will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 2 buses that leave Split for Sarajevo on Fri, Jul 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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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0Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Split to Sarajevo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $167.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $294 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Split to Sarajevo:
A bus is $235 (€192) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Split to Sarajevo costing on average $294 (€241).
Other travel options to Sarajevo take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 49m.
You'll arrive about -3h -1m sooner (5h 47m by bus vs 3h 46m by car) and save roughly $-14.35 (€-11.75) compared to fuel and tolls ($60 (€49) vs $45 (€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 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator CroatiaBus - Globtour | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
The table below shows live departures for Split to Sarajevo buses for tomorrow, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 7:30 AM Split | 6h55 | 2:25 PM Sarajevo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Split to Sarajevo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) 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 5h 15m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 3:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Sarajevo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sarajevo trip today.
Powerful museum on the 1992–1996 siege, using artifacts and personal stories to explain everyday life during the war.
National museum known for archaeology, ethnology, natural history and the Sarajevo Haggadah, one of the country’s top institutions.
Small but engaging museum under the airport runway, showing the tunnel that sustained Sarajevo during the siege.
Main pedestrian street in the Austro-Hungarian center, lined with historic facades, shops and everyday city life.
Steep hillside viewpoint with white graves and panoramic city views, especially memorable at sunset and after dark.
Green hilltop park and former fortress area offering broad views over Sarajevo and a quieter local atmosphere.
Ćevapi are small grilled minced meat sausages served in somun bread with onions and kajmak. They are Sarajevo’s signature street food and a core part of local identity.
Burek is a flaky spiral pastry filled with minced meat. In Bosnia, only the meat version is called burek, making it a classic and culturally specific bakery staple.
Sirnica is a traditional pita made with thin pastry and cheese filling. It is a beloved Bosnian bakery dish, commonly eaten for breakfast or a light meal.
Well-known local restaurant with Bosnian dishes, grilled specialties, and a warm traditional interior near the old town.
Established fine dining venue focused on refined Bosnian and regional cuisine with a polished atmosphere and quality wine selection.
Iconic casual ćevapi spot in Baščaršija, known for traditional Sarajevo-style grilled meat and fast local atmosphere.
Budget-friendly versus most European capitals. Hotels, meals, coffee, and public transport are generally affordable for tourists.
Service is often included rarely, so round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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