THE SHORT VERSION
Zadar to Osijek at a glance.
- From
- Zadar
- To
- Osijek
- Road distance
- About 565 km
- Straight line
- 316 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Osijek to Zadar →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Zadar
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Osijek
Ask the seller where the service ends in Osijek. 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.
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 Osijek, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Osijek
More buses from Zadar
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Zadar from Osijek by road?+
About 565 km by road (316 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Zadar to Osijek take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 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 Zadar?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Osijek to Zadar?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Osijek to Zadar guide.
Where does the bus from Zadar arrive in Osijek?+
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 Zadar to Osijek?+
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 Zadar to Osijek 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 Osijek by bus?+
Direct buses from Osijek include Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Rijeka, Stuttgart. See all connections on our Osijek bus page.
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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.
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