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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Zadar is to ferry which costs €26 - €50 and takes 11h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Zadar is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Zadar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trieste and arriving at Zadar bus station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct ferry between Trieste and Zadar?

No, there is no direct ferry from Trieste to Zadar. However, there are services departing from Trieste Port and arriving at Zadar via Port of Mali Losinj. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

How far is it from Trieste to Zadar?

The distance between Trieste and Zadar is 302 km. The road distance is 304.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Zadar without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs €29 - €60.

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

The bus from Trieste to Zadar bus station takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Zadar bus from?

Trieste to Zadar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Trieste station.

Where does the Trieste to Zadar bus arrive?

Trieste to Zadar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zadar bus station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Zadar?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Zadar is 305 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Trieste to Zadar.

How do I get a bus ticket from Trieste to Zadar?

Book your Trieste to Zadar bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zadar?

There are 8942+ hotels available in Zadar.

Trieste to Zadar - 3 ways to travel via bus, ferry, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Trieste to Zadar by bus, ferry, 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 Trieste to Zadar bus stationbus N535
5h 30m
€29–60
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Trieste Port to Port of Mali Losinjferry
2. Take the ferry from Port of Mali Losinj to Zadarferry 401
11h 55m
€26–46
Drive 304.6 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Zadarcar 304.6 km
4h 15m
€48–69

Trieste to Zadar by bus

4Weekly Buses

5h 30mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 302.2 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Zadar, Croatia?

FlixBus operates a bus from Trieste to Zadar bus station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €29–60 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Trieste Port to Zadar via Port of Mali Losinj in around 11h 55m.

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