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Salzburg
↳ Splitby bus.

Bus services from Salzburg to Split are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 743 km. By car that is roughly 8 h 30 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

743 km by road~8 h 30 min by carBorder crossing
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Salzburg to Split at a glance.

Road distance
About 743 km
Straight line
545 km
Car time, no stops
~8 h 30 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Austria → Croatia. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Salzburg

Salzburg is an Austrian city near the German border, with coaches to Munich, Vienna, Italy and the Balkans. FlixBus uses a stop in the south of the city rather than the main station.

  • Salzburg Süd
    FlixBus stop in the south of the city.
  • Main station area
    Some coaches and shuttles stop near Salzburg Hauptbahnhof.
2

Arriving in Split

The old town is a short walk along the waterfront.

  • Split Bus Station · Autobusni kolodvor Split
    Next to the ferry port and railway station, by the old town.
Split
Split. Photo: dronepicr, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

Keep the essentials offline

Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.

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Good to know in Split
  • Local buses to Trogir leave from a different station about 1 km north.
  • Ferries to the islands leave from the port next door.

KEEP GOING

From Split, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Salzburg from Split by road?+

About 743 km by road (545 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Salzburg to Split take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.

Where does the bus leave from in Salzburg?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Salzburg include Salzburg Süd, Main station area, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Split to Salzburg?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Split to Salzburg as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Salzburg arrive in Split?+

It depends on the operator. In Split, services use Split Bus Station. The old town is a short walk along the waterfront.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Split?+

The old town is a short walk along the waterfront.

What kind of bus runs from Salzburg to Split?+

It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.

Can I book the Salzburg to Split bus online?+

Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.

Where can I go next from Split by bus?+

Direct buses from Split include Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Venice, Budapest, Munich and more. See all connections on our Split bus page.

Do I need my passport on the bus from Salzburg to Split?+

Austria and Croatia are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.

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