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Split
↳ Zadarby bus.

Bus services from Split to Zadar are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 157 km. By car that is roughly 2 h without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

157 km by road~2 h by car
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Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Split to Zadar at a glance.

From
Split
Road distance
About 157 km
Straight line
118 km
Car time, no stops
~2 h buses take longer
Return route
Zadar to Split →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Split

Split is the hub for buses along the Dalmatian coast and to Zagreb, Bosnia and beyond. The long-distance bus station is beside the ferry port and railway station.

  • Split Bus Station · Autobusni kolodvor Split
    Next to the ferry port and railway station, by the old town.
2

Arriving in Zadar

Ask the seller where the service ends in Zadar. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.

Zadar
Zadar. 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.

KEEP GOING

From Zadar, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Split from Zadar by road?+

About 157 km by road (118 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

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

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 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 Split?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Split include Split Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Zadar to Split?+

Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Zadar to Split guide.

Where does the bus from Split arrive in Zadar?+

It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.

What kind of bus runs from Split to Zadar?+

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 Split to Zadar 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 Zadar by bus?+

Direct buses from Zadar include Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Munich, Prague, Frankfurt and more. See all connections on our Zadar bus page.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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.

12Go: Split to Zadar bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Split (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →