How to get to Šibenik from Zagreb

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Compare train, coach and flight for Zagreb to Šibenik

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Šibenik among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £429.

Distance: 232 km

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Driving

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£429

Average Price

£64

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 25m

Average total duration

4h 55m

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30m

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4h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 44m

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2h 0m

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3h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.4kg

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Nomago

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Croatia Airlines

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Compare ways to travel from Zagreb to Šibenik

Compare the available ways to get from Zagreb to Šibenik, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Šibenik is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Šibenik:

A coach is £410 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Šibenik costing on average £429.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Šibenik is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Šibenik take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zagreb and Šibenik including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £46. The journey takes 4h 55m versus 3h 16m 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.

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from Zagreb to Šibenik

How to get to Šibenik from Zagreb by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Zagreb to Šibenik is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:304h15
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    22:45Sibenik, Bus Station
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:304h15
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    22:45Sibenik, Bus Station
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Croatia AirlinesOU380
    14:350h45
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    15:20Split Airport
    £851One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    16:004h25
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    20:25Sibenik, Bus Station
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • Nomago
    10:304h50
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    15:20Sibenik, Bus Station
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:304h15
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    13:45Sibenik, Bus Station
    £161One-way
    0 changes
  • Croatia AirlinesOU656
    21:150h45
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    22:00Split Airport
    £961One-way
    0 changes
  • Croatia AirlinesOU654
    15:300h45
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    16:15Split Airport
    £961One-way
    0 changes
  • Air BalticOS604+Austrian AirlinesOS613
    11:003h30
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    14:30Split Airport
    £1431One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Šibenik by ferry

The most popular day trips by ferry from Šibenik are Kaprije (Island), Split, Žirje (Island), Zadar and Trogir. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Šibenik on Omio.

A view of Split

Day trip from Šibenik to Split by ferry

Why visit Split for the day?

Split is a lively Adriatic city built around Diocletian's Palace, where Roman walls frame busy streets and cafés. It is known for blending ancient history with everyday coastal life, giving it energy beyond a typical resort.

A view of Zadar

Day trip from Šibenik to Zadar by ferry

Why visit Zadar for the day?

Zadar is a historic Dalmatian city known for Roman remains, medieval churches and its seafront Sea Organ. The peninsula old town mixes everyday local life with Adriatic views and a relaxed café culture.

A view of Trogir

Day trip from Šibenik to Trogir by ferry

Why visit Trogir for the day?

Trogir is known for its UNESCO-listed medieval centre, where stone streets and historic buildings sit beside a busy seafront. Its compact island setting and mix of Romanesque and Renaissance architecture give the town a calm, distinctly Dalmatian character.

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FAQs: Zagreb to Šibenik

Travel to Šibenik easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zagreb to Šibenik.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zagreb and Šibenik including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Šibenik is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Šibenik:

A coach is £410 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Šibenik costing on average £429.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Šibenik is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Šibenik take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 25m.

The Zagreb to Šibenik distance is approximately 232 km.
The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Šibenik is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 10 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zagreb and Šibenik as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zagreb to Šibenik:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Split Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Sibenik, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Šibenik, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Croatia Airlines, Lufthansa, ITA, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Edelweiss Air, Austrian Airlines to go to Šibenik by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Nomago, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva to go to Šibenik by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Šibenik with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Croatia Airlines.
  • 10 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, Nomago, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva.
Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Šibenik often also extend their vacation to go to Split, Zadar, Trogir, Primosten, Vodice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Šibenik and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Zagreb to Šibenik, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

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