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

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Cres is to bus and Catamaran which costs €4 - €27 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zagreb to Cres is to drive and line 332 car ferry which takes 2h 53m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Cres?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zagreb and arriving at Cres, Peškera. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Zagreb to Cres?

The distance between Zagreb and Cres is 203 km.

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

The best way to get from Zagreb to Cres without a car is to bus and Catamaran which takes 4h 44m and costs €4 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Zagreb to Cres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Cres bus from?

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

Where does the Zagreb to Cres bus arrive?

Zagreb to Cres bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, arrive at Cres, Peškera station.

Where can I stay near Cres?

There are 5030+ hotels available in Cres.

Zagreb to Cres - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, Catamaran, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zagreb to Cres by bus, ferry, train, car, or car 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, Catamaran
best
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Rijeka bus stationbus 972 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Rijeka to Cresferry 9308
4h 44m
€5–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Cres, Peškerabus Arriva
5h 14m
€2–29
Train, Catamaran
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Susak-Pecinetrain Re
2. Take the ferry from Rijeka to Cresferry 9308
6h 37m
€16–22
Drive, line 332 car ferry
1. Drive from Zagreb to Valbiskacar
2. Take the car ferry from Valbiska to Meragcarferry 332
2h 53m
€29–45

Zagreb to Cres by bus, foot, and ferry

7Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

€5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.8 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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

Arriva Croatia operates a bus from Zagreb to Cres, Peškera once daily. Tickets cost €2–29 and the journey takes 5h 14m.

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