How to get from Split to Zagreb
- 258 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 5h 01m
- 42 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
5h 01m
direct
Bus
€21
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Split to Zagreb. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 01m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 258 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
258 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €31Reading date not recorded | 8h 10mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €17Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 5h 01mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€31Reading date not recorded8h 10m · directSee Train details
- Bus€17Omio catalogue, Sep 255h 01m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Split to Zagreb: 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 → Zagrebbus
FlixBus·5h 01m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Split to Zagreb
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€35Departures from Split to Zagreb
FlixBus runs 42 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 42 | 00:20 | 23:59 |
| HŽ Putnicki prijevoztrain | 1 | 07:54 | 07:54 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 4h 45m€17Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, HŽ Putnicki prijevoz; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Split to Zagreb works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Split to Zagreb, about 5h 1m. In total it's roughly €21 over 5h 1m, direct, no transfers.
Split to Zagreb: common questions
How long does it take to get from Split to Zagreb?
The most useful route takes about 5h 01m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Split to Zagreb?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:20 and the last at 23:59, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Split to Zagreb?
42 a day with FlixBus, between 00:20 and 23:59.
When is the first train from Split to Zagreb?
The first train with HŽ Putnicki prijevoz leaves at 07:54 and the last at 07:54, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Split to Zagreb?
1 a day with HŽ Putnicki prijevoz, between 07:54 and 07:54.
How far is Zagreb from Split?
About 258 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Split to Zagreb cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €21. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Split to Zagreb?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, HŽ Putnicki prijevoz.
Can you get from Split to Zagreb without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Split to Zagreb?
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
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026