What is the distance between Zadar and Dubrovnik?

Zadar and Dubrovnik are 176 miles (283 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zadar to Dubrovnik?

If you're headed to Dubrovnik from Zadar, chances are that your bus will depart from Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar and arrive at Autobusni kolodvor. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Dubrovnik?

Once in Dubrovnik, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Cathedral Treasury, The Old Town, The Synagogue, The Ethnographic Museum and The Home of Marin Držić.

Bus Zadar to Dubrovnik from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Zadar to Dubrovnik on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	7h 58m	9:43pm	Autobusni kolodvor	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:30am	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	11h 45m	5:15pm	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags
Bus	8:30am	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	14h 15m	10:45pm	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	16h 15m	6:45am	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar	15h 15m	9:15am	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags

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Get from Zadar to Dubrovnik

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

14h 15mAverage Duration

174 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

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FlixBus

3.5/511,346 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Arriva

3.5/5470 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.4

HR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Zadar and Dubrovnik?

Stops in Zadar

A - Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar

B - Zadar, AS Stareviča

C - Zagrebačka

Stops in Dubrovnik

A - Autobusni kolodvor

B - Dubrovnik Airport

C - Autobusna Postaja

D - Karta Hrvatske

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zadar to Dubrovnik by bus

What is the distance between Zadar and Dubrovnik?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zadar to Dubrovnik?
What are the best sights and things to do in Dubrovnik?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/15

$51

11/16

$41

Today

$41

11/18

$41

11/19

$41

11/20

$42

11/21

$41

11/22

$39

The cheapest trip from Zadar to Dubrovnik was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zadar to Dubrovnik, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $56 for a bus ticket from Zadar to Dubrovnik based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.