How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Zadar

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $110 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $110, while a flight costs an average of $448.

Distance: 515 miles (830 km)

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$448

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$149

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$289

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16h 47m

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11h 45m

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The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar is a bus with an average price of $110.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar:

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar costing on average $149.

A bus is $339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar costing on average $448.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Zadar take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 47m.

Bus takes on average 18h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Zadar including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 8h 56m sooner (2h 49m by flight vs 11h 45m by car). Tickets start at around $448 compared to roughly $289 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    1:58 PM26h02
    Frankfurt am Main
    4:00 PMZadar
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    1:58 PM26h02
    Frankfurt am Main
    4:00 PMZadar
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:15 PM18h15
    Frankfurt am Main
    2:30 PMZadar
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    12:03 PM21h57
    Frankfurt am Main
    10:00 AMZadar
    $641One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    4:55 AM23h35
    Frankfurt am Main
    4:30 AMZadar
    $681One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    6:35 PM25h55
    Frankfurt am Main
    8:30 PMZadar
    $701One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar

Travel to Zadar easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Zadar including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar is a bus with an average price of $110.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar:

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar costing on average $149.

A bus is $339 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar costing on average $448.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Zadar take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 47m.

Bus takes on average 18h 38m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar is approximately 515 miles (830 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Zadar as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Zadar Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Gospić station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Croatia Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Zadar by flight.
  • Travel with Sylt Shuttle Plus, Deutsche Bahn to go to Zadar by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zadar by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zadar often also extend their vacation to go to Split, Zagreb, Pula, Dubrovnik, Šibenik. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zadar and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zadar to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zadar, you can explore the Museum of Ancient Glass for ancient artifacts and live demonstrations, visit the Archaeological Museum for historical insights, and enjoy vibrant local markets. Take a scenic walk along the Zadar waterfront or enjoy a sunset cruise along the Dalmatian coast. Don't miss the Sea Organ and the Greeting to the Sun for unique artistic experiences, and visit historical sites like the Church of St. Donatus, Zadar Cathedral, and the Roman Forum.
To fully experience Zadar, including its historic old town, beautiful beaches, and nearby national parks, plan for a 2 to 3-day stay.

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