Facts about the bus from Makarska to Dubrovnik
| Cheapest Bus | $23 |
| Fastest Bus | 2h 45m |
| Earliest Bus | 9:15 AM |
| Latest Bus | 6:40 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 0 |
| Distance | 126 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Autotrans by Arriva, Promet Makarska |
Buses from Makarska to Dubrovnik
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Makarska to Dubrovnik Destination Reviews
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Anonymous Not worth the extra money to get to Dubrovnik faster. I did like the view when we were allowed to sit in front. The rest is not so good. I wish I could have taken the flixbus instead of promet. More comfortable and nicer driver. And you can pick seats. ordered 2 tickets and paid 49 euros. The bus departed at 0938 when it was supposed to leave at 0915. When the bus showed up the driver was not interested in the question i asked, wich was if me and my husband could sit in the front seats, both for view and mostly because I have back pain and he is tall and needed the room for his legs. This is a complain because we felt we were treated like "nobodys". Quite rude and unnecessary behavior. I would not have used this company if I had known what kind of treatment I would receive, or if I'd known that the bus would be leaving 20 minutes to late and be 45 minutes after schedule. This is a disappointing experience. Frankly, I want all my money back, at least some of my money back for compensation. This trip was supposed to take two and a half hour, not three hours. The driver also did a whole lot of other things whilst driving, like smoking, talking on the phone, sorting things like his wallet, tickets, receipts and cuss at others in t.
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Sep 28, 2025
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Anonymous Bus was full; a few stops on the way. Friendly helpful courteous driver & assistant. seeing all the gorgeous sights along the ride; feeling ‘the feel’ of the local Croatian life trip seemed fast what with all the sights to See; Croatia is stunning ….
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Oct 9, 2024
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Anonymous The bus was delayed and we were more than one hour late to our destination. Expensive and no value for money. We should have taken a taxi instead!
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Oct 2, 2024
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Anonymous SECURITY WITH DRIVER. The Driver was smoking cigarettes while driving !!!! INCREDIBLE AND UNBELIVABLE !!! The driver also asked me to pay 2 euros for a small lugage !!!! NO WAY !
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Sep 25, 2024
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Anonymous It was one hour delay we arrived 12:45 instead of 11:45….And there was breaks in the drive we. It was going from Makarska 9:30 ( it was break from 9:15-9:30) an then it was a break in middle of nowhere a bout 5-10 min. Already from star we understood that the bus will arrive to Dubrovnik not on time (11:45) we arrived 12:45 instead….
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Sep 23, 2024
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Anonymous Drive was very nice along the Dalamatian coast. Scenery was beautiful including the stops and drive was smooth.
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard, FlixBus, Sep 11, 2024
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Anonymous The bus was 30 minutes late for the station where we were waiting in Makarska. Then the bus driver went to the service station for whatever reason and spent some more time there. He was not worried about getting us to the destination (Dubrovnik) in time. In the end we arrived to Dubrovnik with one hour delay which made us change our plans.
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Aug 28, 2024
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Anonymous The ticket or email confirmation never gave us the exact address for the bus station and we ended up at the bus depot instead which was a few miles away. The bus turned up 15 minutes later than the scheduled departure and we didn't get to our destination until over an hour later due to the bus stopping at lots of stops on the way to pick up and drop off people on route. Air con on the bus wasn't great.
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Aug 2, 2024
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Anonymous Café one hour late and got additionally one hour delayed. No air conditioning on the bus. Came one hour late and got additionally one hour delayed. No air conditioning on the bus resulting in a 4 hour drive in 36 degrees.
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), Jul 19, 2024
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Anonymous Never in schedule. The bus is clean and good views trough the windows, good air conditioning. The bus left 25 minutes late and arrived 50 minutes late. Not the first time promet makarska is really late. No phone charcing options. Small leg room. Additional cost to place luggage in the trunk.
Makarska to Dubrovnik, Bus Standard AC, Promet Makarska (Promet Makarska), May 6, 2024
Makarska to Dubrovnik Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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FlixBus | Standard | 03:45 | 06:45 | $16.57 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 07:45 | 11:15 | $16.57 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 09:15 | 11:45 | $24.02 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 09:15 | 11:40 | $27.96 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 09:15 | 11:43 | $30.32 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 09:15 | 09:25 | $4.91 | |
Promet Sinj | Standard AC | 10:15 | 13:00 | $20.18 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 10:30 | 10:40 | $5.23 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 11:16 | 14:30 | $16.57 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 14:00 | 14:25 | $5.66 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 14:15 | 17:30 | $16.57 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 15:25 | 18:30 | $16.57 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 16:05 | 19:45 | $20.71 | |
Globtour Medugorje | Standard AC | 17:15 | 20:30 | $32.03 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 17:15 | 17:36 | $5.23 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 18:40 | 21:43 | $19.99 | |
Promet Makarska | Standard AC | 20:00 | 20:25 | $4.80 |
How to get from Makarska to Dubrovnik by bus
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Makarska to Dubrovnik by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Makarska to Dubrovnik a conscious and budget-friendly option.
Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.
Here is the list of operators serving the route: .
How far is Makarska from Dubrovnik?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 126 km between Makarska and Dubrovnik.
How long does it take to get from Makarska to Dubrovnik by bus?
Buses normally need between 2h 45m and 3h 3m hours to get to Dubrovnik from Makarska. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.
On this route, Promet Makarska offers the fastest service. Autotrans by Arriva buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.
Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.
How much does it cost to get from Makarska to Dubrovnik by bus?
The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.
Anyway, travelling by bus between Makarska and Dubrovnik remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Autotrans by Arriva and costs USD 22.05. A Promet Makarska's ticket will set you back USD 22.05 on average.
Travelling by bus essentials
- If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
- VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
- Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
- If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
- Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
- To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
- As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
- Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
- If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.
Transportation from Makarska to Dubrovnik
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Buses$ 22.05
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Ferries$ 54.54
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Taxis$ 218.15
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