THE SHORT VERSION
Budva to Split at a glance.
- From
- Budva
- To
- Split
- Road distance
- About 321 km
- Straight line
- 238 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Split to Budva →
- Border
- Montenegro → Croatia. Passport and visa rules apply
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Budva
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Local buses to Trogir leave from a different station about 1 km north.
- Ferries to the islands leave from the port next door.
KEEP GOING
From Split, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Split
More buses from Budva
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Budva from Split by road?+
About 321 km by road (238 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Budva to Split take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Budva?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Split to Budva?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Split to Budva guide.
Where does the bus from Budva arrive in Split?+
It depends on the operator. In Split, services use Split Bus Station. The old town is a short walk along the waterfront.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Split?+
The old town is a short walk along the waterfront.
What kind of bus runs from Budva to Split?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Budva to Split bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Split by bus?+
Direct buses from Split include Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Venice, Budapest, Munich and more. See all connections on our Split bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Budva to Split?+
This journey crosses from Montenegro into Croatia. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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