How far is Dubrovnik from Zadar?

Dubrovnik and Zadar are 176 miles (283 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dubrovnik to Zadar?

Most of the buses traveling from Dubrovnik to Zadar leave from Autobusni kolodvor and arrive at Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Zadar?

Once in Zadar, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Greeting to the Sun, Kalelarga, Archaeological Museum, Five Wells Square and Zadar Archipelago.

Bus Dubrovnik to Zadar from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dubrovnik to Zadar on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:00am	Autobusni kolodvor	7h 56m	3:56pm	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:30pm	Autobusni kolodvor	9h 5m	9:35pm	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	No tags

Next departures for Dubrovnik to Zadar on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:00am	Autobusni kolodvor	7h 56m	3:56pm	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:30pm	Autobusni kolodvor	9h 5m	9:35pm	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:19 AM CET.

Get from Dubrovnik to Zadar

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 35mAverage Duration

174 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,343 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Arriva

3.5/5470 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.4

HR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Dubrovnik and Zadar?

Stops in Dubrovnik

A - Autobusni kolodvor

B - Dubrovnik Airport

C - Autobusna Postaja

D - Karta Hrvatske

Stops in Zadar

A - Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar

B - Zadar, AS Stareviča

C - Zagrebačka

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dubrovnik to Zadar by bus

How far is Dubrovnik from Zadar?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dubrovnik to Zadar?
What are the best sights and things to do in Zadar?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/15

$42

11/16

$61

Today

$41

11/18

$41

11/19

$41

11/20

$41

11/21

$41

11/22

$42

The cheapest trip from Dubrovnik to Zadar was searched and found on Nov 20, 2025 with a price of $41

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dubrovnik to Zadar, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $41 to $70 for a bus ticket from Dubrovnik to Zadar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-11-20.

Usually FlixBus, Arriva will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.