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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rijeka to Cres
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h
Buses on 05 Sept
1
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rijeka to Cres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rijeka to Cres will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 1 buses from Rijeka to Cres, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
17:002h00Rijeka, Bus Station19:00Cres, Peškera (Samostan i crkva sv. Frane)£151One-way0 changes
- 17:002h00Rijeka, Bus Station19:00Cres, Peškera (Samostan i crkva sv. Frane)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and coach for Rijeka to Cres
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rijeka to Cres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 42 km
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Most popular Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rijeka to Cres:
A ferry is £13 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Rijeka to Cres costing on average £16.
Other travel options to Cres take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 2m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.85. The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 59m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Rijeka to Cres bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rijeka to Cres coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 Rijeka, Bus Station | 2h00 | 19:00 Cres, Peškera (Samostan i crkva sv. Frane) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Rijeka to Cres coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Autotrans by Arriva?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Autotrans by Arriva, but also compare tickets for the likes of Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva to find the best option for your trip from Rijeka to Cres.
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Why book with Omio over Busbud, Checkmybus or Rome2rio?
- Official reseller: Autotrans by Arriva tickets can only be bought on Omio or Autotrans by Arriva's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Autotrans by Arriva tickets. Busbud, Checkmybus or Rome2rio do not sell Autotrans by Arriva tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and bus to find the ideal travel option from Rijeka to Cres.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rijeka to Cres
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Buses from Rijeka to Cres run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £4 by ferry.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:48, the last at 18:30. The fastest coach covers the 42 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 42 km |
Average bus duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 5:48 |
Last bus 18:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva from Rijeka to CresYou can travel by bus between Rijeka to Cres with Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Autotrans by Arriva
Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva
FAQs: Rijeka to Cres coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rijeka to Cres by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Autotrans by Arriva aims to provide safe and operationally feasible transport for disabled persons or persons with reduced mobility.
- 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.
- Autotrans by Arriva
- Additional luggage may be transported depending on available space in the baggage hold and with an accompanying luggage ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rijeka and Cres
Most Rijeka to Cres buses use the Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor to Pinezići, Valbiska Trajekt station pair. Use this guide to compare Rijeka and Cres bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Rijeka station do buses to Cres leave from?
Getting to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor from Rijeka city centre
Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor is 2 km from Rijeka city centre. Public transport options include:
Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor bus station facilities and services
Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor. ATMs are available at Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvor: Platform accessible for wheelchairs.
Getting to Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor from Rijeka city centre
Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor is 2 km from Rijeka city centre. Public transport options include:
Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor bus station facilities and services
Rijeka, 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 (in the station), Bakery (in the station), Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
Most popular bus connections from Rijeka
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