How to travel from Zadar to Rovinj, Croatia

The distance between Zadar and Rovinj is around 211km (131 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 25m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Zadar to Rovinj by plane, bus, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out RovinjZadar if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Zadar (ZAD) to Pula (PUY).

  • Duration1h 25m
  • Flight time35min
  • Typical cost
    HRK 585($78)
Operated by

Croatia Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Rijeka bus station and then to Rovinj Central Bus Station.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Departs6 times a week
  • Typical cost
    HRK 280($37)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Zigljen then take a ferry to Prizna then drive to Rovinj.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    HRK 295($39)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zadar and Rovinj

There are several options for getting from Zadar to Rovinj by plane, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around HRK 235 ($31) and will take around 7h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HRK 585 ($78).

The distance between Zadar and Rovinj is around 211km (131 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 166km (103 miles)

It takes around 1h 25m to get from Zadar and Rovinj by plane.

The quickest way to get from Zadar to Rovinj is to fly which takes around 1h 25m and will set you back approx HRK 585 ($78).

The cheapest way to travel between Zadar and Rovinj is to take the bus which will typically cost around HRK 235 ($31) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Zadar and Rovinj. We recommend that you fly from Zadar (ZAD) to Pula (PUY). instead which will take 1h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Zadar and Rovinj. It typically takes around 4h 45m and departs 6 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Zadar to Rovinj. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Rijeka bus station. These services run 6 times a week and will take a minimum of 4h 45m.

FlixBus, Fils and Nomago run regular bus services between Zadar and Rovinj. Buses run 6 times a week and take around 4h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Zadar and Rovinj. Flights depart from Zadar (ZAD) and arrive at Pula (PUY). The flight takes around 35min.

Yes there is a direct flight between Zadar and Rovinj with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 35min.

Croatia Airlines fly between Zadar and Rovinj. Flights depart from Zadar (ZAD) and and arrive into Pula (PUY). These flights usually take around 35min.

The flight from Zadar to Rovinj typically takes around 35min. Flights depart from Zadar (ZAD) and and arrive into Pula (PUY).

The closest major airport to Rovinj is Pula Airport (PUY) (PUY) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Rovinj. Rijeka Airport (RJK) (RJK) and Zagreb Airport (ZAG) (ZAG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Zadar to Rovinj. We recommend that you fly from Zadar (ZAD) to Pula (PUY). instead which will take 1h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zadar to Rovinj is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 25m and will usually cost around HRK 585 ($78).

How do I get from Zadar to Rovinj

Compare travel optionsbetween Zadar and Rovinj

Transport options from Zadar to Rovinj
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 25m
HRK 585($78)
on demand211km (131 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
4h 45m
HRK 280($37)
6 times a week344km (214 miles)
Bus to Pula Central Bus Station7h 20m
HRK 235($31)
once daily383km (238 miles)
Car and Ferry
4h 45m
HRK 295($39)
every 20 mins293km (182 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Zadar and Rovinj

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Airlines

Airports near Rovinj

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

PUY
Pula Airport (PUY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
31km (19 miles) from Rovinj
RJK
Rijeka Airport (RJK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
75km (46 miles) from Rovinj
ZAG
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
International Airport
Distance
203km (126 miles) from Rovinj