Facts about the bus from Sibenik to Zadar
| Cheapest Bus | $11 |
| Fastest Bus | 1h 14m |
| Earliest Bus | 6:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 8:40 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 9 |
| Distance | 88 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Autobusni Prijevoz Varazdin, Autotrans by Arriva, Samoborcek EU Grupa |
Buses from Sibenik to Zadar
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Sibenik to Zadar Destination Reviews
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Anonymous Wifi and charging. Bus was late by 40 minutes. The bus driver started the bus while people were standing and then braked and she feel over. The driver didn't even stop or check she was ok.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Sep 2, 2025
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Anonymous Croatian buses are always late !!!! Croatians buses are always late, without advice. They change platform and people has to tell you..no organization at all...
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Jul 14, 2025
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Anonymous Terrible journey. More passengers than seats. People sitting on floor. Bus late. Bus arrived late and was even later at destination. Staff let passengers without tickets on to the bus. This meant there were too many passengers and some had to sit on the floor or stand. If you allocate seat numbers then your staff should ensure passengers sit in the correct seats. Not enough leg room. Passengers in front reclined their seat, which meant my knees were crushed for the whole journey. All told, a terrible journey, about the same standard as some bus journeys I’ve taken in sub-Saharan Africa.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Nov 6, 2024
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Anonymous Viskas buvo puikiai, vairuotojai labai malonūs, greitai ir saugiai atvykome i Zadarą. Ači u.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Samoborcek EU Grupa (Samoborcek EU Grupa), Oct 17, 2024
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Anonymous The travel time was accurate from Sibenik to Zadar the only issue was it arrived late . We arrived safety i think that’s what important. The bus arrived late and it affects my whole plan.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Oct 14, 2024
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Anonymous I went a few bus trips but one the driver was on phone a lot like 4 calls. Comfort. Driver on phone.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Sep 21, 2024
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Anonymous First and last time. Bus was late for about one hour. No information given at Šibenik station, only to wait. Drivers rude. Customer service not answering calls at all. Ride was 1 hour longer than written in the ticket. As bus stopped many times like a local one to pick up tourists. Was nearly late for my plane even when given 3 hours extra time. No wi-fi. Had to pay €1.30 extra per one piece of luggage. Too much stress.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Aug 7, 2024
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Anonymous Bus was over 1 hour late, no explanations whatsoever, no even token apologies. Not much. It’s a bus. The lateness. The lack of any info about the lateness. If I used Flixbus, I would have had tracking of the bus and, knowing how late it would be, I could have just gone and got a coffee or something and not waited at the bus stands like an idiot.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Jul 31, 2024
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Anonymous had to wait a few minutes in Šibenik due to traffic jam but driver and assistant very helpful. all good.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autotrans by Arriva (Autotrans by Arriva), Jul 11, 2024
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Anonymous Bus to Zadar. Journey was fine. Some passengers were issued tickets with seat numbers. Others including ourselves were not. This caused unnecessary drama and confusion when passengers boarded the bus and requesting others to vacate the seats that they had been in for the previous part of the journey. Not good. Either one way or the other.
Sibenik to Zadar, Bus Standard AC, Autobusni Prijevoz Varazdin (Autobusni Prijevoz Varazdin), Jun 17, 2024
Sibenik to Zadar Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Nomago | Standard AC | 06:30 | 08:00 | $8.54 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 07:00 | 08:40 | $10.51 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 08:00 | 09:40 | $14.36 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 09:15 | 10:41 | $10.57 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 11:00 | 12:26 | $11.53 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 11:45 | 13:20 | $14.36 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 13:10 | 14:35 | $11.95 | |
Autobusni Prijevoz Varazdin | Standard AC | 13:45 | 15:05 | $8.88 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 14:15 | 15:35 | $11.06 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 14:35 | 15:56 | $10.57 | |
FlixBus | Standard | 16:00 | 17:40 | $10.51 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 16:45 | 18:11 | $10.57 | |
Nomago | Standard AC | 17:30 | 19:00 | $8.54 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 19:08 | 20:22 | $10.57 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 20:35 | 22:05 | $11.95 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 22:00 | 23:21 | $10.57 | |
Autotrans by Arriva | Standard AC | 22:20 | 23:40 | $12.48 |
How to get from Sibenik to Zadar by bus
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Sibenik to Zadar 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 Sibenik to Zadar 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 Sibenik from Zadar?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 88 km between Sibenik and Zadar.
How long does it take to get from Sibenik to Zadar by bus?
Buses normally need between 1h 14m and 1h 30m hours to get to Zadar from Sibenik. 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, Autotrans by Arriva offers the fastest service. Samoborcek EU Grupa 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 Sibenik to Zadar 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 Sibenik and Zadar remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Samoborcek EU Grupa and costs USD 10.44. A Autotrans by Arriva's ticket will set you back USD 10.44 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 Sibenik to Zadar
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Buses$ 10.44
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Taxis$ 179.83
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