What is the cheapest way to get from Split to Plitvica?

The cheapest way to get from Split to Plitvica is to bus via Zagreb which costs €19 - €40 and takes 10h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Split to Plitvica?

The fastest way to get from Split to Plitvica is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Split and Plitvica?

No, there is no direct bus from Split to Plitvica. However, there are services departing from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor and arriving at Plitvički Vrh via Avtobusna postaja Maribor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Split to Plitvica?

The distance between Split and Plitvica is 547 km. The road distance is 506.6 km.

How do I travel from Split to Plitvica without a car?

The best way to get from Split to Plitvica without a car is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs €27 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Split to Plitvica?

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Split to Plitvica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Split to Plitvica bus from?

Split to Plitvica bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Train or bus from Split to Plitvica?

The best way to get from Split to Plitvica is to bus which takes 8h 22m and costs €27 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 13h 3m.

Where does the Split to Plitvica bus arrive?

Split to Plitvica bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maribor bus station.

Can I drive from Split to Plitvica?

Yes, the driving distance between Split to Plitvica is 507 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Split to Plitvica.

Where can I stay near Plitvica?

There are 532+ hotels available in Plitvica.

Split to Plitvica - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, car

There are 7 ways to get from Split to Plitvica by bus, train, night train, car, plane, or shuttle

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 Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Maribor bus stationbus N908 / ...
8h 22m
€27–52
Bus via Zagreb
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvorbus
2. Take the bus from Zagreb to Maribor bus stationbus 885 / ...
10h 56m
€19–37
Train
1. Take the train from Split to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train Ic
2. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Maribortrain Ec
13h 3m
€36–58
Night train
1. Take the night train from Split to Maribornighttrain En
12h 33m
€36–57
Drive 506.6 km
1. Drive from Split to Plitvicacar 506.6 km
5h 27m
€70–101
Bus via Varaždin
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Varaždin, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
2. Take the bus from Varaždin bus station to Maribor bus stationbus N950 / ...
8h 58m
€41–61
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane SPU - ZAG
2. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb Airport to Maribor, Avtobusna Postajashuttle
5h 37m
€81–297

Split Airport (SPU) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) flights

21Weekly Planes

48 minAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 547.1 km
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Split, Croatia and Plitvica, Slovenia?

FlixBus operates a bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Maribor bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €24–40 and the journey takes 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Split to Plitvički Vrh via Zagreb Glavni Kol., Maribor, and Avtobusna postaja Maribor in around 13h 3m.

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