Zadar to Karlovac bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 7 daily bus departures available, including 1 night bus. The earliest bus departs from Zadar bus station at 07:30h, arriving at Karlovac bus station at 14:25h the same day. While latest bus departs at 20:30h, arriving at 00:05h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Zadar and Karlovac is 238 km.
The fastest bus which departs at 18:30 has a travel time of 02:40h.
The longest travel time on the route is 06:55h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet.
While some of the buses are direct, there are also the ones which stop for a short break in Plitvice Lakes, Posedarje and Obrovac.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Karlovac earlier, there
is 1 night bus departing from Zadar to Karlovac.
The overnight bus departs at 20:30 and arrives at 00:05
the following day.
Below is the most popular night departure to Karlovac:
Bus companies operating the Zadar to Karlovac route
There is a total of 3 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have been rated 29 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 Zadar has earned an average score of 6.8 from our passengers, while the station in Karlovac has earned a score of 5.5. 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
Karlovac
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Karlovac here
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €15 (One-Way)
or €22 (Return).
Child ticket: €14 (One-Way)
or €22 (Return).
Student ticket: €14 (One-Way)
or €22 (Return).
Pensioner ticket: €14 (One-Way)
or €22 (Return).
Over 29 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Zadar to Karlovac. The average rating is 8.4. You can read the users' review of the bus company below.
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If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Zadar, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:
If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Karlovac, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:
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 Zadar to Karlovac starting from 296 € where you are able to organize a
Sedan, Van and Minibus vehicle for your journey. You can see some of the transfer offers below.
Frequently asked questions
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