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Compare bus for Zagreb to Novalja
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Novalja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, while a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 164 km
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Novalja is a bus with an average price of €33.
The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Novalja is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 28m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Zagreb and Novalja.
Live departures
Zagreb to Novalja bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Novalja buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 4h35 | 5:05 PM Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Zagreb to Novalja buses with Omio?
FlixBus as well as Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs, Nomago, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva and more offer buses services from Zagreb to Novalja.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zagreb to Novalja.
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs, Nomago or Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Novalja.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs, Nomago or Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Novalja.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Novalja
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Buses from Zagreb to Novalja run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:19, the last at 18:40. The fastest bus covers the 164 km distance in 4h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 164 km |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 5:19 AM |
Last bus 6:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs, Nomago, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva from Zagreb to NovaljaYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Novalja with FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs, Nomago, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€12
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Nomago
About
Nomago is a prominent mobility and travel provider based in Slovenia, established in May 2018 through the merger of existing transportation and travel companies. They operate an extensive bus network with over 650 buses on 500 scheduled routes, serving more than 10 million passengers annually across Slovenia and other European countries like Croatia, Italy, Austria, Slovakia, and Germany. Nomago focuses on comfortable, safe, and reliable long-distance travel, with many buses offering amenities such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom due to a reduced number of seats. Beyond intercity and international routes, Nomago also provides airport transfers, local and regional bus services, and a range of travel agency services including flights, accommodation, and travel packages.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nomago Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Nomago Price
€33
Nomago frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Support for visually impaired passengers.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carrier; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Autotrans by Arriva
About
Autotrans by Arriva is Croatia's largest bus company, offering extensive intercity and international services. Established in 1947, it has grown to a fleet of 480 vehicles, making 890 daily trips to 160 cities. The company connects numerous popular Croatian destinations like Rijeka, Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Split, and Zadar, and provides international routes to countries including Italy, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Germany. Autotrans became part of the Arriva Group in 2017, strengthening Arriva's presence in Croatia and Central and Eastern Europe. Many of their modern buses offer amenities such as Wi-Fi.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autotrans by Arriva Duration
5h 35m
Cheapest Autotrans by Arriva Price
€32
Autotrans by Arriva frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage may be transported depending on available space in the baggage hold and with an accompanying luggage ticket.
Luggage storage
There is a chance that the bus company's driver will charge an additional fee for storing luggage in the compartment, with prices varying by route.
Cancellation Policy
Refunds are possible if requested within 2 hours of departure for domestic lines and 6 hours for international lines, with a 10% handling fee for cash refunds or a full-value coupon valid for 12 months.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are issued with or without seat numbering, and the carrier reserves the right to change the number of seats indicated on the reservation.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Autotrans by Arriva aims to provide safe and operationally feasible transport for disabled persons or persons with reduced mobility.
Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs Price
€33
Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva Duration
4h 35m
Cheapest Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva Price
€36
FAQs: Bus from Zagreb to Novalja
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Novalja by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Novalja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Zagreb to Novalja can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zagreb to Novalja is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Zagreb to Novalja is 4h 0m to travel the 164 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Zagreb to Novalja leaves at 5:19 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Zagreb to Novalja leaves at 6:40 PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Zagreb to Novalja with Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Zagreb to Novalja, you can count on FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Antonio Turs, Nomago, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva for the best way to get you to Novalja. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zagreb and Novalja and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Zagreb , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Zagreb, Bus Station, Sveta Nedelja, Sveta Nedelja highway exit . When arriving in Novalja , you can end your trip in coach stations like Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor, Gajac, Autobusna Stanica (Kolanski Gajac), Gajac, Kolan .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zagreb, Bus Station, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Novalja from Zagreb is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Zagreb to Novalja is June.
Yes, you can take a bus between Zagreb and Novalja.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zagreb to Novalja:
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Autotrans by Arriva aims to provide safe and operationally feasible transport for disabled persons or persons with reduced mobility.
- Nomago
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Zagreb to Novalja for coach company FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zagreb to Novalja depends on the coach companies:
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Refunds are possible if requested within 2 hours of departure for domestic lines and 6 hours for international lines, with a 10% handling fee for cash refunds or a full-value coupon valid for 12 months.
- Nomago
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Nomago.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Zagreb to Novalja.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zagreb to Novalja:
- Nomago
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Zagreb to Novalja:
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Additional luggage may be transported depending on available space in the baggage hold and with an accompanying luggage ticket.
- Nomago
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Zagreb to Novalja. The following conditions apply:
- Nomago
- Small pets allowed in carrier
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Zagreb to Novalja with the following coach company: FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Zagreb to Novalja with the following coach company: FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Zagreb to Novalja with the following coach company: FlixBus, Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zagreb to Novalja
Most Zagreb to Novalja buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor station pair. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Novalja bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Zagreb
Arrival bus stations in Novalja
Which Zagreb station do buses to Novalja leave from?
Buses from Zagreb to Novalja leave from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor. The station is 2 km from Zagreb city centre at Avenija Marina Drzica 4, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia.
Zagreb, Autobusni KolodvorAvenija Marina Drzica 4, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
City-centre transport
Getting to Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor from Zagreb city centre
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Tram6, 31 · 12m · €1 · every ~9 min
6, 31 · 14m · €1 · every ~10 min
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor bus station facilities and services
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
Novalja, Autobusni kolodvorNovalja Bus Station, Obilaznica 1, 53291
City-centre transport
Getting to Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor from Novalja city centre
BusLine 3, Line 1 · 8m · every ~6 min
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