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Šibenik is very well connected by bus to the rest of Croatia and neighboring countries. The bus station is located at Trg Draga, just a few minutes' walk from the old town center and the waterfront, making arrival in the city simple even without additional transport.
From Zagreb – the capital of Croatia
Zagreb and Šibenik are connected by regular daily bus lines throughout the year.
The journey takes approximately 4 to 5 hours, depending on the route and the number of stops. Departures are spread throughout the day, with more frequent service during the tourist season.
The bus is a convenient travel option for guests arriving in Croatia via Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb who are continuing their journey to the coast.
From Split and Zadar
Split and Zadar are the closest major cities to Šibenik and are connected to it by frequent bus lines.
The journey from Split takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and from Zadar about 1 hour and 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the route.
These connections are especially useful for travelers arriving via Split Airport or Zadar Airport who choose Šibenik as their base.
From Rijeka and the Northern Adriatic
Šibenik is connected by bus lines to cities in the Northern Adriatic, including Rijeka.
The journey takes approximately 5 hours, and during the tourist season, the number of departures is higher than in the winter months.
From abroad
Šibenik is also connected by bus lines to a number of European cities, especially during the tourist season.
There are direct or connecting lines from cities such as Ljubljana, Vienna, Munich, Zurich, and cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The schedule for international lines depends on the season and the carrier, so it is recommended to check current departures on services like GetByBus or FlixBus before traveling.
Šibenik Bus Station
The bus station is located at Trg Draga 14, in the immediate vicinity of the city center. It takes about a walk from the station to the Cathedral of St. James 10 minutes.
The station features a waiting room, restrooms, luggage storage, a bakery, and a café, with a taxi stand located right in front. Tickets can be purchased online or at the station ticket office.
Useful for trip planning
- There are more departures during the tourist season than in winter
- Routes from Split and Zadar operate daily
- The bus station is located in the city center
- It is recommended to buy tickets in advance for summer weekends
- Most accommodations in the city center are within walking distance of the station
