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

The cheapest way to get from Zadar to Istria is to bus which costs €3 - €50 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zadar to Istria is to fly which takes 2h 37m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Zadar and Istria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor and arriving at Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct ferry between Zadar and Istria?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Zadar and arriving at Port of Pula. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Zadar to Istria?

The distance between Zadar and Istria is 172 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Zadar to Istria?

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

The best way to get from Zadar to Istria without a car is to ferry which takes 4h 45m and costs €26 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Zadar to Istria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zadar to Istria bus from?

Zadar to Istria bus services, operated by Brioni Pula d.o.o., depart from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Bus or fly from Zadar to Istria?

The best way to get from Zadar to Istria is to fly which takes 2h 37m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Zadar to Istria bus arrive?

Zadar to Istria bus services, operated by Brioni Pula d.o.o., arrive at Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor station.

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

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Where can I stay near Istria?

There are 9674+ hotels available in Istria.

Zadar to Istria - 3 ways to travel via plane, ferry, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Zadar to Istria by plane, ferry, or bus

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Pula Airport (PUY)plane ZAD - PUY
2h 37m
€34–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvor to Pula , Autobusni Kolodvorbus
6h 45m
€3–50
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Port of Zadar to Port of Pulaferry 9141
4h 45m
€26–45

Zadar to Istria by ferry

2Weekly Ferries

4h 45mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.8 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

Croatia Airlines flies from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Pula Airport (PUY) 3 times a week. Alternatively, Kapetan Luka operates a ferry from Port of Zadar to Port of Pula twice a week. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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