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Zadar - Zagreb
The usual distance by road is 286 km, while the distance for airplanes is 197 km which is considerably reduced. It is easy to plan your influx in Zagreb no matter when it fits you, so this could be during early morning, around twelve o'clock or in late afternoon. Zadar-Zagreb is one of the busiest route in Croatia.
Ordinary travel period is 3 hours. The bus from Zadar to Zagreb leaves 14 times per day, but to be more clear-cut, first bus leaves at 03:30, while the last one leaves at 19:00.
The duration of travel and number of pauses depends on transport operator and the selection of the road - the new and modern highway, or the old road. The most low-priced one-way ticket is 55 HRK and the most expensive bus ticket for this route is 110 HRK. We recommend you to check transport operator and type of the road before the eventual purchase of bus tickets.
Both bus stations are well equipped with new amenities, such as: wardrobe, coffee shops and a kiosk. Additionally, Zadar central bus station, as well as Zagreb bus station are based adjacent the city center, so if you have a little more time before departure or after your arrival go explore the city and do not forget to capture those amazing places with your camera or mobile phone.
List of carriers Zadar - Zagreb
- Autotrans d.o.o.
- Puntamika Line doo
- CROATIA BUS d.o.o
- Francuzević
- Flixbus
Bus station Zadar
Besides large number of cafes, bus station has a wardrobe which gives you the opportunity to leave your suitcase or personal belongings and go sightseeing the sights.
This is the place where you can ask about new discounts and news and info related to timetable. For all the other information, e.g. toilet location, the best place to eat near bus station and nearby internet cafe, you can ask at the information desk of bus station.
Well, if you come earlier to the Zadar Bus Station do not immediately sit down in the first cafe at the station and stay there for hours. We encourage you to walk and search for some bakeries, fast food restaurants and coffee bar where you can buy something to eat or drink.
Journey Zadar - Zagreb
If you want to reach the destination the fastest as you can we encourage you to look for time travel before you purchase your ticket. Zadar and Zagreb share roughly 286 km. Time travel naturally depends on the selection of the road and also on the number of bus stops which typically take about 15 minutes each.
While travel you can enjoy fantastic views of the surrounding fields, forests, meadows and sea. Bus stop gives you just enough time to stretch your legs, go to the toilet or read newspapers and magazines.
Bus station Zagreb
At the Zagreb bus station you can buy and get sticks, sandwiches and a bottle of your favorite beverage at close kiosks, stores, fast food restaurants and bakeries anytime during the day. Upon arriving in Zagreb, leave luggage and personal belongings in the wardrobe and drink a cappuccino in one of the cafes, and yes, it would be great if you go to the W.C. and fresh up after travel.
Zadar - Zagreb bus operators information
Television gives you the opportunity to watch old romantic comedies. Maybe the best option for you is to browse the cyberspace or take a short nap. All buses on this journey come equipped with TV and air conditioning.
Fans of surfing shouldn't expect too much from free Wi-Fi in the bus. Several of these carriers have a W.C. and is equipped with electrical outlets for charging tablets, mobile phones and other computer equipment.
Why you should travel from Zadar to Zagreb by bus
The bus ride between Zadar and Zagreb offers the best ratio for money in terms of cost, speed and comfort.
Amount of bus tickets in one direction Zadar - Zagreb ranges from 55 HRK to 110 HRK, or from 7.37 EUR to 14.75 EUR. If you think about the car, you need to calculate a cost of fuel, also if you are going to drive by old road, you will not have to pay the toll, but you'll drive an hour longer compared with a bus. The train ride from Zadar to Zagreb wasting more time, but further more money.
Bus stops on the Zadar - Zagreb journey
While travel you can boast brilliant views of fields, places and cities that you pass. In case you want to get faster from Zadar to Zagreb, try to choose a direct line without any stops and if this is impractical for any reason, choose the fastest line according to time travel. Cities or places where buses pass or stops include: Cities or places where buses pass or stops include: Vela Luka, Blato - Korčula, Smokvica, and Čara - Korčula.
About Zadar
While visit Zadar be positive you pass lovely landscape around the city. To be clear, we know that you apparently came here for history and tradition and because of that let us tell you that from the city area, you are in a good location for further sightseeing.
Thereafter touring the city, you'll apparently need something to eat, so we recommend you to ask hosts about the most popular restaurants or in case you want to save some money we advise you to look for bakeries or some fast food objects nearby the center of the city. Even though it is a small city it offers you so much to taste, experience and see and don't waste this unique opportunity just because you're sleepy or tired.
About Zagreb
This beautiful and warm city is a summer home for numerous domestic and foreign tourists, so be certain to book your accommodation prompt. When it comes to the Zagreb foreigners are delighted with the artistic heritage and all its sights, which has a lot. Various festivals of pop music and events interest many domestic and foreign travelers regularly.
After touring the city and enjoying the view the time has come to say goodbye to Croatia and move on. Okay, fine, if you want to visit some new places we advise you consider places such as Sarajevo, Ljubljana and Budapest.