Zadar to Plitvice Lakes bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 8 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Zadar at 08:00h, arriving at Plitvice Lakes at 09:45h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 20:30h, arriving at 22:40h the same day.
The shortest travel distance between Zadar and Plitvice Lakes is 94 mi.
The fastest coach which departs at 08:00 has a travel time of 01:45h.
The longest travel time on the route is 02:40h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: restroom, bicycle and seat belts.
While some of the coaches are direct, there are also the ones which stop for a short break in Udbina, Policnik and Posedarje.
Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.
Bus companies operating the Zadar to Plitvice Lakes route
There are 4 bus companies operating this route. These companies have been reviewed 809 times by travellers. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies along with their overall ratings.
Bus station in Zadar has earned an average score of 6.8 from our passengers, while the station in Plitvice Lakes has earned a score of 7.3. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.
Zadar
You can see information about the departure station and stops Zadar here
Plitvice Lakes
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Plitvice Lakes here
Cheapest tickets
Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £11 (One-Way)
or £15 (Return).
Child ticket: £8 (One-Way)
or £13 (Return).
Student ticket: £9 (One-Way)
or £14 (Return).
Pensioner ticket: £9 (One-Way)
or £14 (Return).
Over 809 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes. The average rating is 8.7. You can read the reviews below.
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The office on the bus station was very helpful in telling us where we needed to be for the right bus. The bus was bang on time, clean and tidy and the journey was good. All in all a good first experience whilst in Croatia....
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If you're travelling with a lot of luggage, or prefer the advantage of having door to door service, we also offer affordable private transfers from Zadar to Plitvice Lakes starting from 152 £ where you are able to organise a
Sedan and Van vehicle for your journey. You can see some of the transfer offers below.
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