How to travel from Split to Zagreb, Croatia

The distance between Split and Zagreb is around 410km (255 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4hrs.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Split to Zagreb 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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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Zagreb.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    HRK 195($26)
Operated byFlixBus+ 6 others
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Train

Take the train to Zagreb Glavni Kol..

  • Duration6h 20m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    HRK 265($35)
🚀 Fastest
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car
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Drive

Drive to Zagreb.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Distance411km (255 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Split and Zagreb

There are several options for getting from Split to Zagreb by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around HRK 195 ($26) and will take around 4h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HRK 385 ($51).

The distance between Split and Zagreb is around 410km (255 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 259km (161 miles)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Split and Zagreb by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Split to Zagreb is to drive which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx HRK 385 ($51).

The cheapest way to travel between Split and Zagreb, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around HRK 195 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Split and Zagreb. It typically takes around 6h 20m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Split and Zagreb with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 6h 20m.

Croatian Railways (HŽPP) run train services between Split and Zagreb. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 6h 20m, 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 Zagreb. It typically takes around 4h 45m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Split and Zagreb with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 4 hours and takes 4h 45m.

FlixBus, Samoborček, Promet Makarska, Croatia Bus Domestic, Autobusni Promet, Croatia Bus International and Slavonija Bus run regular bus services between Split and Zagreb. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 4h 45m 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 Zagreb. We recommend that you take the bus to Zagreb. instead which will take 4h 45m.

The closest major airport to Zagreb is Zagreb Airport (ZAG) (ZAG) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Zagreb. Rijeka Airport (RJK) (RJK) and Pula Airport (PUY) (PUY) 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 Zagreb. The distance is around 411km (255 miles) by road and it will take around 4hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Split to Zagreb is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around HRK 195 ($26).

How do I get from Split to Zagreb

Compare travel optionsbetween Split and Zagreb

Transport options from Split to Zagreb
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
4h 45m
HRK 195($26)
every 2 hours410km (255 miles)
Train
6h 20m
HRK 265($35)
every 20 mins422km (262 miles)
Drive
4hrs
HRK 385($51)
on demand411km (255 miles)

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Airports near Zagreb

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

ZAG
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Zagreb
RJK
Rijeka Airport (RJK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
128km (80 miles) from Zagreb
PUY
Pula Airport (PUY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
190km (118 miles) from Zagreb