What is the cheapest way to get from Cres to Zadar?

The cheapest way to get from Cres to Zadar is to bus and ferry via Port of Zadar which costs €26 - €50 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cres to Zadar?

The fastest way to get from Cres to Zadar is to bus and ferry which takes 4h 15m and costs €28 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Cres and Zadar?

No, there is no direct bus from Cres to Zadar. However, there are services departing from Cres, Peškera and arriving at Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor via Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct ferry between Cres and Zadar?

No, there is no direct ferry from Cres to Zadar. However, there are services departing from Cres and arriving at Zadar via Mali Lošinj. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Cres to Zadar?

The distance between Cres and Zadar is 136 km.

How do I travel from Cres to Zadar without a car?

The best way to get from Cres to Zadar without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 4h 15m and costs €28 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Cres to Zadar?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Cres to Zadar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cres to Zadar bus from?

Cres to Zadar bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, depart from Cres, Peškera station.

Where does the Cres to Zadar bus arrive?

Cres to Zadar bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, arrive at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Where can I stay near Zadar?

There are 5058+ hotels available in Zadar.

Cres to Zadar - 4 ways to travel via bus, and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Cres to Zadar by bus or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Cres to Mali Lošinjbus 1870
2. Take the ferry from Mali Lošinj to Zadarferry
4h 15m
€29–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cres, Peškera to Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvorbus Arriva
2. Take the bus from Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor to Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
6h 43m
€3–89
Bus, ferry via Port of Zadar
1. Take the bus from Cres to Mali Lošinjbus 1870
2. Take the ferry from Port of Mali Losinj to Port of Zadarferry 9141
4h 25m
€27–46
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Cres to Mali lošinjferry 9308
2. Take the ferry from Mali Lošinj to Zadarferry
5h 20m
€55–90

Cres to Zadar by bus, foot, and ferry

6Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 136.5 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Cres, Croatia and Zadar, Croatia?

You can take a bus from Cres, Peškera to Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor via Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Cres to Zadar via Mali lošinj and Mali Lošinj in around 5h 20m.

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