What is the cheapest way to get from Rijeka to Smiljan?

The cheapest way to get from Rijeka to Smiljan is to bus via Rijeka bus station which costs €11 - €14 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rijeka to Smiljan?

The fastest way to get from Rijeka to Smiljan is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Rijeka and Smiljan?

No, there is no direct bus from Rijeka to Smiljan. However, there are services departing from Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor and arriving at Smiljan via Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Rijeka to Smiljan?

The distance between Rijeka and Smiljan is 149 km. The road distance is 148.7 km.

How do I travel from Rijeka to Smiljan without a car?

The best way to get from Rijeka to Smiljan without a car is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs €1 - €22.

How long does it take to get from Rijeka to Smiljan?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Rijeka to Smiljan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rijeka to Smiljan bus from?

Rijeka to Smiljan bus services, operated by Prijevoz Knežević, depart from Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Train or bus from Rijeka to Smiljan?

The best way to get from Rijeka to Smiljan is to bus which takes 3h 26m and costs €1 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €35 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Rijeka to Smiljan bus arrive?

Rijeka to Smiljan bus services, operated by Prijevoz Knežević, arrive at Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor station.

Can I drive from Rijeka to Smiljan?

Yes, the driving distance between Rijeka to Smiljan is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Rijeka to Smiljan.

Where can I stay near Smiljan?

There are 366+ hotels available in Smiljan.

Rijeka to Smiljan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rijeka to Smiljan by bus, train, or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor to Gospić, Autobusni kolodvorbus
3h 26m
€1–22
Train
1. Take the train from Rijeka to Ostarijetrain Re
2. Take the train from Ostarije to Gospictrain Ic
5h 12m
€26–34
Drive 148.7 km
1. Drive from Rijeka to Smiljancar 148.7 km
2h 18m
€21–30
Bus via Rijeka bus station
1. Take the bus from Rijeka bus station to Gospićbus N948 / ...
3h 31m
€11–14

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rijeka to Smiljan.

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Distance: 148.9 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Rijeka, Croatia and Smiljan, Croatia?

Prijevoz Knežević operates a bus from Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor to Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor once daily. Tickets cost €13–21 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rijeka to Smiljan via Ostarije and Gospic in around 5h 12m.

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