THE SHORT VERSION
Rijeka to Zadar at a glance.
- From
- Rijeka Grad Rijeka
- To
- Zadar
- Road distance
- About 289 km
- Straight line
- 148 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Zadar to Rijeka →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Rijeka
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.
KEEP GOING
From Zadar, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Zadar
More buses from Rijeka
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Rijeka from Zadar by road?+
About 289 km by road (148 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Rijeka to Zadar take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 30 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 Rijeka?+
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 Zadar to Rijeka?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Zadar to Rijeka guide.
Where does the bus from Rijeka arrive in Zadar?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Rijeka to Zadar?+
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 Rijeka to Zadar 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 Zadar by bus?+
Direct buses from Zadar include Split, Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Munich, Prague and more. See all connections on our Zadar bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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