Split to Dubrovnik bus

Coach from Split to Dubrovnik

If you want to tour the Croatian coast, bus travel is usually the best way to get around, and taking the bus from Split to Dubrovnik is an excellent option. There are 4 direct buses from Monday to Saturday, and 3 possible departures on Sundays. And the journey time is manageable, averaging about 4 hours 10 minutes.

How long is the journey by bus from Split to Dubrovnik?

Whenever travelers board, taking the bus from Split to Dubrovnik will usually take around 4 hours 10 minutes. No changes are required, and buses run to the conveniently located Busbahnhof near the medieval centre of Dubrovnik. However, some services take about 4 hours 25 minutes, which travellers may want to keep in mind when booking.

How many coaches are there from Split to Dubrovnik?

Direct buses leave Split every day for Dubrovnik. Expect a choice of 4 direct buses on weekdays and Saturdays, along with 3 possibilities on Sundays. This generally includes a couple of early morning departures (as early as 2:30 a.m.), as well as a more convenient late afternoon option, which departs at 5:15 p.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Split to Dubrovnik?

Departure bus station: The bus from Dubrovnik to Split will leave from Split's Omnibusbahnhof. Facilities at the station are basic, including ATMs and seating, but there are numerous shops and cafes nearby. Getting there should be simple from most parts of the city, as the bus station is less than 500 metres south of the city centre and even closer to the harbour.

Arrival bus station: Most buses arrive at Dubrovnik's central bus station, which is actually around 1,000 metres north of the historic centre, and can be referred to as either the Busbahnhof or Obala Ivana Pavla II. Expect taxis to take 5-10 minutes to hotels in the heart of the city or hotels on the seafront. The bus station has a few facilities such as toilets, ATMs, phones, and a cafe, and there's a large supermarket right next door. So stocking up on essentials should be easy.

Which coach providers travel from Split to Dubrovnik?

Coach operators running services on the Split to Dubrovnik route include Eurolines, Autotrans by Arriva, and Croatia Bus. All three companies provide direct connections with no need to change, and schedule daily departures throughout the year.

Eurolines Split to Dubrovnik

Eurolines runs a single daily bus from Split to Dubrovnik, which leaves the Omnibusbahnhof in the middle of the night, arriving at approximately 6:45 a.m. It usually takes about 4 hours 10 minutes to complete the journey.

Croatia Bus Split to Dubrovnik

Just like Eurolines, Croatia Bus offers a single direct daily connection between Split and Dubrovnik, with its buses leaving Split at around 2:30 a.m., and arriving shortly before breakfast. Both Eurolines and Croatia Bus services take around 4 hours 10 minutes.

Autotrans by Arriva Split to Dubrovnik

Autotrans offers the only daytime option when taking the bus to Dubrovnik from Split. In this case, expect 1-2 departures per day. During the week, there is an early morning and an afternoon service, while only an afternoon coach leaves on Sundays. Journey times are slower than other operators, with buses taking around 4 hours 30 minutes. Fares can often be a little higher as well, as Autotrans buses run during peak hours.

Split to Dubrovnik Coach: Services on Board

None of the coach operators on the Split to Dubrovnik route offer First or Second class fares. The same levels of comfort apply for all passengers, although early booking is advisable if you want to secure a seat in a particular part of the bus. Croatia Bus limits passengers to 2 pieces of luggage measuring 25 x 55 x 100cm each, Eurolines operates a limit of 25 kg per item for hold luggage and each item carries an extra fee, while Autotrans customers can take 2 items of luggage weighing 25 kg each, free of charge. All three carriers are flexible about hand luggage, provided passengers can carry all of their bags, and it fits easily into overhead storage compartments. Pets and bikes are not permitted on Croatia Bus routes, and only guide dogs are allowed with Eurolines. Bikes can be taken with Autotrans (for a supplementary fee), providing there is space on the bus, but as with other carriers, only guide dogs are allowed on board.  All carriers levy no fees for wheelchairs or any other mobility aids. However, the conditions of carriage tend to state that access for disabled passengers may be limited if safety can't be guaranteed. So check with bus companies before finalising a booking. Most travellers should be able to ride without any issues, but complications could arise in some instances.