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Archaeological Museum of Istria
The main archaeology museum for Istria, with Roman, prehistoric and medieval finds from Pula and the region. A strong choice for understanding the city beyond the amphitheatre.
Cheapest price
$497
Average price
$498
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Pula is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Pula will cost around $498 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $497.
Of the 14 buses that leave Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport for Pula on Wed, Jun 10, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 4 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 Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Pula among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $74, and a bus costs an average of $79.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$434 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Pula:
A flight is $347 (€282) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Pula costing on average $434 (€352).
Other travel options to Pula take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 11m.
You'll arrive about -2h -21m sooner (4h 11m by bus vs 2h 50m by car) and save roughly $-367.79 (€-298.37) compared to fuel and tolls ($434 (€352) vs $67 (€54)). 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 Nomago, Autotrans by Arriva, 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 GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $534 |
Operator ZET | Departure Time 09:16AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator ZET | Departure Time 12:11PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator ZET | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Pleso Prijevoz | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator ZET | Departure Time 06:36PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator ZET | Departure Time 07:46PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $461 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $460 |
Operator ZET | Departure Time 10:06PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 7h39 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Pula buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:46 PM Stari Terminal | 4h44 | 12:30 AM Pula | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
![]() | 9:30 AM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 2:15 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 2:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 3:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 4:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 5:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 6:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 7:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 8:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 9:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 10:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 11:45 PM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) | 4h45 | 12:45 AM Pula, Željeznički kolodvor Pula | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Pula run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) but you can travel from only $74 (€60) by flight.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
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The main archaeology museum for Istria, with Roman, prehistoric and medieval finds from Pula and the region. A strong choice for understanding the city beyond the amphitheatre.
Museum inside the hilltop fortress, covering Istrian history, seafaring and military heritage. The setting also gives one of the best elevated views over Pula.
A specialized museum presenting the history, production and tasting culture of Istrian olive oil. Popular with visitors looking for a more contemporary, experience-driven stop.
The main historic square of Pula, framed by Roman and civic landmarks including the Temple of Augustus. It is the natural starting point for exploring the old town.
The well-known coastal walking route with sea views, coves and sunset spots. It is one of the most loved outdoor areas in Pula for both locals and visitors.
A central promenade and meeting area linking the old town with shopping streets and cafes around it. Busy, social and useful for getting a feel for everyday city life.
Hand-rolled Istrian pasta served with a rich truffle sauce. It is one of the region's signature dishes and highlights Istria's famous truffles.
Traditional hand-rolled Istrian pasta, often served with beef, game, or truffle sauces. It is a staple of local home-style cooking.
A hearty Istrian soup or stew made with beans, potatoes, corn, and seasonal vegetables, often enriched with cured meat. It is a classic comfort dish.
Established traditional restaurant known for Istrian specialties such as pršut, pasta, truffles, and seafood in a classic local setting.
Well-known restaurant by the sea with a refined atmosphere, focused on fresh fish, seafood, and modern Mediterranean dishes.
Long-running pizzeria and grill in central Pula, popular for casual meals, large portions, and a lively atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for Croatia. Old Town and summer prices rise, but bakeries, konobas, and local cafes stay fairly affordable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is common. Leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff only for extra help.
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