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Rovinj Heritage Museum
The town museum in a Baroque palace with local art, archaeological finds, and exhibitions on Rovinj’s maritime and urban history.
Cheapest price
$512
Average price
$512
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Rovinj 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 Rovinj will cost around $512 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $512.
Of the 1 buses that leave Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport for Rovinj on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 203 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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 Rovinj among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $69, and a bus costs an average of $90.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$406 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Rovinj:
A flight is $321 (€263) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Rovinj costing on average $406 (€332).
Other travel options to Rovinj take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 19m.
You'll arrive about -2h -37m sooner (4h 19m by bus vs 2h 42m by car) and save roughly $-341.79 (€-279.64) compared to fuel and tolls ($406 (€332) vs $64 (€52)). 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, GoOpti.
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 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Pleso Prijevoz | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $109 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Rovinj buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:30 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 4h30 | 12:00 PM Rovinj | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Rovinj run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $90 (€74) but you can travel from only $69 (€56) by flight.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€74) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 6:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Rovinj — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rovinj trip today.
The town museum in a Baroque palace with local art, archaeological finds, and exhibitions on Rovinj’s maritime and urban history.
A small but distinctive museum dedicated to the traditional batana fishing boat and Rovinj’s maritime culture, recognized for preserving local heritage.
A respected local gallery space in the old town known for contemporary art exhibitions in a historic setting.
The atmospheric historic peninsula of narrow alleys, stone houses, steps, and sea views; the essential area for first-time visitors.
Rovinj’s most famous old-town street, lined with galleries and stone facades, leading uphill toward St. Euphemia.
The scenic promenade along the harbor with postcard views of the old town skyline, boats, and sunset scenes popular on social media.
Traditional Istrian hand-rolled pasta served with a rich truffle sauce. It is one of the region's signature dishes and showcases Istria's prized black and white truffles.
Hand-rolled Istrian pasta, often served with game, beef, or truffle sauce. It is a staple of local home cooking and tavern menus across Rovinj and Istria.
A hearty Istrian soup or stew made with beans, potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and often cured pork. It is a classic rustic dish tied to the region's farming traditions.
Refined fine-dining restaurant in Rovinj's old town, known for creative Istrian tasting menus and polished service near St. Euphemia.
Well-known seaside restaurant with dramatic terrace views, specializing in seafood, Adriatic fish, and a romantic sunset atmosphere.
Established old-town restaurant serving Istrian classics, seafood, pasta, and local wine in a relaxed and central setting.
Prices are moderate overall. Old Town dining and peak-season stays cost more than inland Croatia.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. Round up in cafes and taxis. In restaurants, leave about 5-10% for good service.
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