How to travel from Split to Šibenik, Croatia

The distance between Split and Šibenik is around 67km (42 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1hr.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Split to Šibenik by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Perkovic and then to Sibenik.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    HRK 53($7)
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Bus

Take the bus to Šibenik.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    HRK 60($8)
Operated by

Brioni Pula

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Drive

Drive to Šibenik.

  • Duration1hr
  • Distance87km (54 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Split and Šibenik

There are several options for getting from Split to Šibenik by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around HRK 53 ($7) and will take around 1h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1hr, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HRK 83 ($11).

The distance between Split and Šibenik is around 67km (42 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 50km (31 miles)

It takes around 1h 30m to get from Split and Šibenik by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1hr to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Split to Šibenik is to drive which takes around 1hr and will set you back approx HRK 83 ($11).

The cheapest way to travel between Split and Šibenik, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around HRK 53 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Split and Šibenik. It typically takes around 1h 30m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Split to Šibenik. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Perkovic. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 1h 30m.

Croatian Railways (HŽPP) run train services between Split and Šibenik. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 1h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Split and Šibenik. It typically takes around 1h 30m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Split and Šibenik with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 1h 30m.

Brioni Pula run regular bus services between Split and Šibenik. Buses run once daily and take around 1h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Split to Šibenik. We recommend that you take the bus to Šibenik. instead which will take 1h 30m.

The closest major airport to Šibenik is Split Airport (SPU) (SPU) which is approximately 39km (24 miles) from Šibenik. Zadar Airport (ZAD) (ZAD) and Zagreb Airport (ZAG) (ZAG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Split and Šibenik. The distance is around 87km (54 miles) by road and it will take around 1hr in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Split to Šibenik is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 30m and will usually cost around HRK 60 ($8).

How do I get from Split to Šibenik

Compare travel optionsbetween Split and Šibenik

Transport options from Split to Šibenik
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 30m
HRK 53($7)
every 4 hours67km (42 miles)
Bus
1h 30m
HRK 60($8)
every 4 hours84km (52 miles)
Drive
1hr
HRK 83($11)
on demand87km (54 miles)

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Airports near Šibenik

The following major airports near Šibenik offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Croatia and internationally.

SPU
Split Airport (SPU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
39km (24 miles) from Šibenik
ZAD
Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Šibenik
ZAG
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
International Airport
Distance
223km (138 miles) from Šibenik