Zadar to Rijeka bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 18 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Zadar at 07:30h, arriving at Rijeka at 11:05h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:30h, arriving at 04:06h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Zadar and Rijeka is 180 mi.
The fastest coach which departs at 07:30 has a travel time of 03:35h.
The longest travel time on the route is 06:40h.
Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.
Overnight coaches
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Rijeka earlier, there
is 1 night coach departing from Zadar to Rijeka.
The overnight coach departs at 23:30 and arrives at 04:06
the following day.
Below is the most popular night departure to Rijeka:
There are 5 bus companies operating this route. These companies have been reviewed 139 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 Rijeka has earned a score of 5.3. 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
Rijeka
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Rijeka here
Cheapest tickets
Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £12 (One-Way)
or £21 (Return).
Child ticket: £9 (One-Way)
or £18 (Return).
Over 139 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Zadar to Rijeka. The average rating is 8.3. You can read the reviews below.
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Besides transferring from Zadar and Rijeka we wanted to see the coast between them, so this offered the perfect route. Great views, glimpse of the seaside towns, safe trip, on time....
If you're wondering which other destinations you can visit when travelling from Zadar, below are some of the most popular routes that other travellers have booked tickets for:
If you're looking for inspiration for where to travel next once you've reached Rijeka, here is a list of the most popular routes that our travellers have previously booked tickets for:
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 Rijeka starting from 280 £ where you are able to organise a
Sedan and Van vehicle for your journey. You can see some of the transfer offers below.
Frequently asked questions
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