The cheapest and fastest buses from Zagreb to Zadar
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Zadar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Zadar will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 24 buses that leave Zagreb for Zadar on Wed, Jul 15, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
7:30 PM3h45Zagreb, Bus Station11:15 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$191One-way0 transfers
5:00 PM3h50Zagreb, Bus Station8:50 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$191One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM3h45Zagreb, Bus Station1:15 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:30 PM3h30Zagreb, Bus Station6:00 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 AM3h30Zagreb, Bus Station12:30 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$241One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM3h20Zagreb, Bus Station9:20 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:00 PM3h30Zagreb, Bus Station7:30 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:00 PM3h30Zagreb, Bus Station9:30 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:00 PM3h30Zagreb, Bus Station3:30 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$291One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM3h30Zagreb, Bus Station1:30 PMZadar, Autobusni Kolodvor$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Zagreb to Zadar
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Zadar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Zadar:
A bus is $86 (€71) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Zadar costing on average $100 (€82).
Other travel options to Zadar take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $73 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $59 (€49). The journey takes 3h 13m versus 2h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago, Samoborček EU grupa d.o.o..
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Zagreb to Zadar Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Zagreb to Zadar bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Zadar buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 9:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 10:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 11:30 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 12:50 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h45 | 1:15 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 1:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 2:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 3:25 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 3:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 4:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 4:25 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h40 | 4:40 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 5:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 6:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 7:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 8:00 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h50 | 8:50 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 9:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h20 | 9:20 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h30 | 10:30 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h45 | 11:15 PM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 12:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h55 | 4:40 AM Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago or Samoborček EU grupa d.o.o. to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Zadar.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago or Samoborček EU grupa d.o.o. to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Zadar.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zagreb to Zadar.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Zadar
Buses from Zagreb to Zadar run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago, Samoborček EU grupa d.o.o. from Zagreb to ZadarYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Zadar with FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago, Samoborček EU grupa d.o.o. for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Zagreb to Zadar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Zadar 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 Zadar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Autotrans by Arriva
- Autotrans by Arriva aims to provide safe and operationally feasible transport for disabled persons or persons with reduced mobility.
- Nomago
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Sea Organ, an architectural sound art object that uses sea waves to create music
- Greeting to the Sun, a solar-powered light installation that produces a colorful light show
- Church of St. Donatus, a pre-Romanesque church known for its distinctive circular shape
- Zadar Cathedral, a Roman Catholic cathedral with a rich history and impressive architecture
- Roman Forum, an ancient Roman site featuring ruins and historical artifacts.
- Museum of Ancient Glass, a museum showcasing a collection of ancient glass artifacts and live glassblowing demonstrations
- Explore the vibrant local markets, offering fresh produce and handmade crafts
- Take a scenic walk along the Zadar waterfront, enjoying views of the Adriatic Sea
- Visit the Archaeological Museum, which houses artifacts from the prehistoric to the medieval period
- Enjoy a sunset cruise along the Dalmatian coast, offering stunning views of the islands and sea.
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Refunds are possible if requested within 2 hours of departure for domestic lines and 6 hours for international lines, with a 10% handling fee for cash refunds or a full-value coupon valid for 12 months.
- Nomago
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Additional luggage may be transported depending on available space in the baggage hold and with an accompanying luggage ticket.
- Nomago
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Nomago
- Small pets allowed in carrier
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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