How to travel from Zagreb to Novalja

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Compare bus for Zagreb to Novalja

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Novalja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, while a bus costs an average of $40.

Distance: 101 miles (164 km)

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Driving

$40

Average price

Cheapest

$49

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 31m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Novalja is a bus with an average price of $40 (€33).
The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Novalja is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 58m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Zagreb and Novalja.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Zagreb to Novalja among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $49 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 4h 28m versus 3h 31m 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.

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.

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from Zagreb to Novalja

How to get from Zagreb to Novalja by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Zagreb to Novalja is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva
    12:30 PM4h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    5:05 PMNovalja, Autobusni kolodvor
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva
    12:30 PM4h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    5:05 PMNovalja, Autobusni kolodvor
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva
    12:30 PM4h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    5:05 PMNovalja, Autobusni kolodvor
    $431One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zagreb to Novalja

Travel to Novalja 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 Zagreb to Novalja.

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You can travel between Zagreb and Novalja by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Novalja is a bus with an average price of $40 (€33).
The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Novalja is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 58m.
The distance from Zagreb to Novalja is approximately 101 miles (164 km).
The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Novalja is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zagreb and Novalja as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zagreb to Novalja:
  • Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Novalja, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs, Nomago, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva to go to Novalja by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zagreb to Novalja:
  • 5 direct buses per day with Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago.
Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Novalja often also extend their vacation to go to Zadar, Split, Rijeka, Zadar Airport, Lošinj (Island). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Novalja and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Novalja to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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