The cheapest and fastest buses from Zagreb to Split
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Split is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Split will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 22 buses that leave Zagreb for Split on Mon, Dec 01, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zagreb to Split
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Split among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €74.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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€30 Average price | €90 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Zagreb to Split Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Zagreb to Split bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Split buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h05 | 10:05 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h35 | 1:35 AM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h15 | 2:45 AM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h05 | 4:00 AM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h05 | 7:05 AM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h00 | 10:00 AM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h30 | 11:30 AM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h40 | 12:25 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h50 | 11:50 AM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h15 | 1:45 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h50 | 1:50 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h15 | 2:30 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h20 | 3:50 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h50 | 3:50 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h15 | 5:45 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h10 | 5:35 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h40 | 6:55 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h15 | 8:15 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h50 | 7:50 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h10 | 9:40 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 5h40 | 9:40 PM Split, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Split
Buses from Zagreb to Split run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Nomago, Autotrans by Arriva, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Promet Makarska, Samoborček from Zagreb to SplitYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Split with FlixBus, Nomago, Autotrans by Arriva, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Promet Makarska, Samoborček for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Zagreb to Split
Taking the bus is the perfect way to make the trip from Zagreb to Split. There should be 17 direct buses between the Croatian cities every weekday, and 18 on Saturdays and Sundays. Journey times will be between five hours 10 minutes and eight hours 35 minutes.
Which bus companies travel from Zagreb to Split?
Quite a few companies operate buses from Zagreb to Split. FlixBus offers the most direct connections, but tickets can also be booked with Eurolines, Croatia Bus, and Crnja Tours.
How long is the bus from Zagreb to Split?
Buses to Split from Zagreb will take between five hours 10 minutes and eight hours 35 minutes to reach their destination, when no stops are required along the way. So check schedules when booking, to avoid unnecessary delays.
How many buses are there from Zagreb to Split?
There are plenty of daily departures from Zagreb to Split. During the week, travelers can pick from 17 possible departures, and there are 18 buses at weekends. On any given day, buses start running from around 8:30 a.m. continuing until just after 9:00 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Zagreb to Split?
Departure Bus Station: Buses from Zagreb to Split will always leave from Zagreb's central bus station. The bus station will appear as Autobusni kolodovr in journey listings, and is sometimes referred to by its address: "Avenija Marina Drića 4". The fastest way to reach the bus station from the city center is via the city's light rail network. Disembark at Branim. trnica, which is a five to ten minute walk north of the bus station. A host of trolleybuses also stop at Drićeva, just south of the bus terminal, so accessing bus departures from all over Zagreb should be simple.
Arrival Bus Station: Buses from Zagreb will arrive at Split's Autobusni kolodvor. This may be listed as Omnibusbahnhof, or by its street address "Obala Kneza Domagoja 12". In either case, passengers will arrive close to the seafront which is about a 20-25 minute walk south of the historic city center. Walking along the harbor is a scenic route into town, but taxis are available, and won't take more than ten minutes. The ferry port is a short five minute walk from the bus station as well, allowing island-hoppers to reach their boats with ease.
FAQs: Bus from Zagreb to Split
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Split by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Split, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Zagreb, Bus Station, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Split, Autobusni Kolodvor, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Nomago
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring ancient Roman architecture and bustling markets
- Marjan Hill, a scenic park offering panoramic views of the city and the Adriatic Sea
- Riva Promenade, a lively waterfront area lined with cafes and shops perfect for a leisurely stroll
- Cathedral of Saint Domnius, an iconic religious site known for its impressive bell tower and historical significance
- Bacvice Beach, a popular sandy beach ideal for swimming and sunbathing.
- Split Archaeological Museum, the oldest museum in Croatia featuring artifacts from prehistoric to medieval times
- Explore the vibrant local markets for fresh produce and handmade crafts
- Take a boat tour to the nearby islands for a day of adventure and relaxation
- Visit the Mestrovic Gallery to admire works by Croatia's most famous sculptor, Ivan Mestrovic
- Enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Dalmatian vineyards.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Nomago
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Zagreb to Split, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Nomago
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Nomago
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Nomago
- Small pets allowed in carrier
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zagreb to Split
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 8 Tram: 2, 6
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kolodvor (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 9, 10 Train: Split Train Station
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