Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 18 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Zagreb bus station at 05:45h, arriving at Plitvice Lakes bus station at 08:15h the same day. While latest bus departs at 21:30h, arriving at 23:15h the same day.
The shortest travel distance between Zagreb and Plitvice Lakes is 138 km.
The fastest bus which departs at 21:30 has a travel time of 01:45h.
The longest travel time on the route is 02:37h.
While some of the buses are direct, there are also the ones which stop for a short break in Karlovac, Krnjak and Slunj.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Bus companies operating the Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes route
There is a total of 5 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have been rated 1800 times by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating the route and their overall rating.
Bus station in Zagreb has earned an average score of 6.3 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.
Zagreb
You can see information about the departure station and stops Zagreb here
Plitvice Lakes
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Plitvice Lakes here
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €10 (One-Way)
or €20 (Return).
Child ticket: €6 (One-Way)
or €12 (Return).
Student ticket: €12 (One-Way)
or €22 (Return).
Over 1800 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes. The average rating is 8.3. You can read the users' review of the bus company below.
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