Plitvice Lakes to Zadar
Traveling from Plitvice to Zadar by bus is possible year-round, the bus trip from Plitvice to Zadar takes between 1.45 and 2.30 hours.
Price and ticket Plitvice Lakes to Zadar Bus
The price for a one-way adult ticket averages around 15 Euros. Occasionally, you can find early-bird tickets for 10 Euros or less. Some bus companies offer discounts for round-trip purchases. On most departures, it is also possible to buy discounted tickets for children under 12 years of age.
Frequency and scheduled bus Plitvice Zadar
Buses are most frequent during summertime, when there is up to 10 daily departures, during winter you will find only a few daily departures. Below, you can see some of the most popular departure times. Please use the search form above for a full schedule on any date.
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Plitvice Lakes (HR)
1h 35min
Zadar (HR)
- door to door service
- no charge for flight delay
- no luggage hassle
- name sign
21 Apr |
09:30
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
01h 45m
Direct
11:15
Zadar (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
15
EUR
09:30
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
11:15
Zadar (HR) ,
Bus terminal
15
EUR
01h 45m
Direct
Prijevoz Knežević (PKN)
Operational intervals
19.04. - 01.11.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
19.04. - 01.11.
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Tuesday
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| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Grabovac (Rakovica) | 09:05 | |
| Catrnja (Rakovica) | 09:10 | 09:10 |
| Selište Drežničko | 09:15 | 09:15 |
| Plitvice Lakes | 09:30 | 09:30 |
| Korenica, 1 (M) > Udbina | 09:45 | 09:45 |
| Udbina | 10:10 | 10:10 |
| Zadar, Bus terminal | 11:15 | 11:30 |
| Skradin (Krka NP) | 12:20 | 12:20 |
| Skradinsko Polje | 12:23 | 12:23 |
| Dugopolje, Toll Station | 13:20 | 13:20 |
| Split, Bus terminal | 13:50 |
Air-condition is generally available on this route (Availability not guaranteed)
WIFI is generally available on this route (Availability not guaranteed)
21 Apr |
09:45
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
02h 45m
Direct
12:30
Zadar (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
14
EUR
09:45
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
12:30
Zadar (HR) ,
Bus terminal
14
EUR
02h 45m
Direct
Autobusni prijevoz Varaždin d.o.o. (APV)
Operational intervals
01.04. - 29.09.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
01.04. - 29.09.
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Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Varazdin, Bus terminal | 05:50 | |
| Zagreb, Bus terminal | 07:15 | 07:30 |
| Karlovac, Bus terminal | 08:20 | 08:20 |
| Slunj | 09:10 | 09:10 |
| Plitvice Lakes | 09:45 | 09:45 |
| Korenica, 1 (M) > Udbina | 10:05 | 10:05 |
| Udbina | 10:40 | 10:40 |
| Gracac, Bus terminal | 11:05 | 11:05 |
| Obrovac | 11:45 | 11:45 |
| Zadar, Bus terminal | 12:30 | 12:45 |
| Sukosan | 12:55 | 12:55 |
| Biograd na Moru, Bus terminal | 13:15 | 13:15 |
| Pirovac | 13:45 | 13:45 |
| Vodice, Bus terminal | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Sibenik, Bus terminal | 14:20 | 14:20 |
| Primosten, Primošten Center OUT | 14:50 | 14:50 |
| Trogir, Bus terminal | 15:20 | 15:20 |
| Split, Bus terminal | 16:00 |
For this departure, all the allotment (tickets) available trough GetByBus.com have been sold.
21 Apr |
13:50
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
02h 50m
Direct
16:40
Zadar (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
14
EUR
13:50
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
16:40
Zadar (HR) ,
Bus terminal
14
EUR
02h 50m
Direct
Autobusni prijevoz Varaždin d.o.o. (APV)
Operational intervals
01.04. - 29.11.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
01.04. - 29.11.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Varazdin, Bus terminal | 09:30 | |
| Novi Marof, Bus terminal | 09:55 | 09:55 |
| Zagreb, Bus terminal | 10:55 | 11:30 |
| Karlovac, Bus terminal | 12:20 | 12:20 |
| Slunj | 13:20 | 13:20 |
| Plitvice Lakes | 13:50 | 13:50 |
| Korenica, 1 (M) > Udbina | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Gracac, Bus terminal | 15:20 | 15:20 |
| Obrovac | 15:50 | 15:50 |
| Posedarje | 16:20 | 16:20 |
| Zadar, Bus terminal | 16:40 | 16:45 |
| Sukosan | 17:00 | 17:00 |
| Biograd na Moru, Bus terminal | 17:15 | 17:15 |
| Pirovac | 17:40 | 17:40 |
| Vodice, Bus terminal | 17:50 | 17:50 |
| Sibenik, Bus terminal | 18:10 | 18:15 |
| Brodarica | 18:45 | 18:45 |
| Primosten, Primošten Center OUT | 18:50 | 18:50 |
| Rogoznica Mag. | 19:00 | 19:00 |
| Marina | 19:10 | 19:10 |
| Trogir, Bus terminal | 19:25 | 19:25 |
| Split, Bus terminal | 20:00 |
For this departure, all the allotment (tickets) available trough GetByBus.com have been sold.
21 Apr |
17:00
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
01h 30m
Direct
18:30
Zadar (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
15
EUR
17:00
Plitvice Lakes (HR) ,
Entrance 1 (ST) > Korenica
18:30
Zadar (HR) ,
Bus terminal
15
EUR
01h 30m
Direct
Prijevoz Knežević (PKN)
Operational intervals
10.04. - 01.11.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
10.04. - 01.11.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Plitvice Lakes | 17:00 | |
| Korenica, 1 (M) > Udbina | 17:15 | 17:15 |
| Udbina | 17:40 | 17:40 |
| Zadar, Bus terminal | 18:30 |
Air-condition is generally available on this route (Availability not guaranteed)
WIFI is generally available on this route (Availability not guaranteed)
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Map travel route Plitvice Lakes (HR) to Zadar (HR)
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Bus station Plitvice Lakes
At Plitvice, there is no bus station; buses depart from roadside stops near both Entrance 1 and Entrance 2, allowing you to board the bus at either location.
Bus station Zadar
In Zadar all buses arrive at the main intercity bus station which can be found at the address: Ante Starcevica 1, 23000 Zadar, you can find more info about the bus station here:
FAQ - Plitvice Lakes to Zadar
At which Plitvice entrance should I wait for the bus?
When travellling from Plitvice to Zadar I would recommend that you wait for the bus at the entrance 1 bus stop, as this is where the bus first picks up passengers.
Where can I buy a ticket for the Plitvice Lakes to Zadar Bus?
Ticket for the Plitvice Lakes to Zadar bus can be bought online here or at the bus stop shelter in front of entrance 1.
Is there an evening bus from Plitvice to Zadar?
Unfortunately not, the latest bus departure is around 5 p.m., if you need to travel in the evening the best option is to book a private transfer.
Is there a bus from Plitvice Lakes to Zadar Airport?
No, the buses only drive between Plitvice and Zadar main bus station, where you can change to a bus towards the airport.
What other bus travel option do I have from Plitvice Lakes?
In addition to traveling to Zadar, there is a bus connection from Plitvice to Split, as well as from Plitvice to Zagreb, for any other destination you have to you private transfer or Taxi.
Summary of transportation from Plitvice to Zadar
| Travel distance fastest route | 135 km / 84 Miles |
| Average bus ticket Price | €15 / $17 / £13 |
| Daily Bus departures in Summer | 8-10 |
| Daily Bus departures in Winter | 1-4 |
| Bus companies | Prijevoz Knezevic, AP Varazdin |
| Bus to Zadar Airport | No |
| Train | No |
Text and travel tips by Morten Smalby
