How to get from Split to Plitvicka Jezera
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We compared the ways to travel from Split to Plitvicka Jezera. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 04m by bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 166 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 15, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
166 km
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| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €59Reading date not recorded | 13h 09m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €46Reading date not recorded | 9h 08m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€59Reading date not recorded13h 09m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€46Reading date not recorded9h 08m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Split to Plitvicka Jezera: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Split → Sveti Filip i Jakovbus
FlixBus·2h 07m - 2Sveti Filip i Jakov → Zadar AirportbusLocal bus·45m
- 3Zadar Airport → Plitvicka JezerabusRegional connection·2h 29m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusSplit-Sveti Filip i Jakov, Split-ZagrebBook →Local busSveti Filip i Jakov-Zadar AirportBook →Regional connectionZadar Airport-Plitvicka Jezera, Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-Plitvicka JezeraBook →HŽ Putnicki prijevozSplit-ZagrebBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Local bus, Regional connection, HŽ Putnicki prijevoz; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Split to Plitvicka Jezera works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Split to Sveti Filip i Jakov, about 2h 7m. Transfer in Sveti Filip i Jakov and continue by Local bus bus on to Zadar (45 min). Transfer in Zadar and continue by Regional connection bus on to Plitvicka Jezera (2h 29m). In total it's roughly €33 over 6h 4m, 2 transfers.
Split to Plitvicka Jezera: common questions
How long does it take to get from Split to Plitvicka Jezera?
The most useful route takes about 6h 04m by bus, 2 transfers.
How far is Plitvicka Jezera from Split?
About 166 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Split to Plitvicka Jezera cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €33 to €46. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Split to Plitvicka Jezera?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Local bus, Regional connection, HŽ Putnicki prijevoz.
What is the cheapest way to get from Split to Plitvicka Jezera?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, Local bus, Regional connection
Route calculated: 15 Sep 2026