Plitvice Lakes to Zagreb bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 16 daily bus departures available. The earliest bus departs from Plitvice Lakes bus station at 06:52h, arriving at Zagreb bus station at 09:30h the same day. While latest bus departs at 18:30h, arriving at 20:40h the same day.
The shortest travel distance between Plitvice Lakes and Zagreb is 148 km.
The fastest bus which departs at 17:15 has a travel time of 01:50h.
The longest travel time on the route is 02:38h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet, bicycle and seat belts.
While some of the buses are direct, there are also the ones which stop for a short break in Veljun, Rakovica and Slunj.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Bus companies operating the Plitvice Lakes to Zagreb route
There is a total of 5 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have been rated 1446 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 Plitvice Lakes has earned an average score of 7.3 from our passengers, while the station in Zagreb has earned a score of 6.3. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.
Plitvice Lakes
You can see information about the departure station and stops Plitvice Lakes here
Zagreb
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Zagreb here
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €12 (One-Way)
or €22 (Return).
Child ticket: €7 (One-Way)
or €14 (Return).
Student ticket: €12 (One-Way)
or €22 (Return).
Over 1446 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Plitvice Lakes to Zagreb. The average rating is 8.9. You can read the users' review of the bus company below.
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If you're traveling with a lot of luggage, or prefer the advantage of having door to door service, we also offer affordable private transfers from Plitvice Lakes to Zagreb starting from 200 € where you are able to organize a
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