The Dubrovnik to Split bus route is served throughout the year. During the summer season, travelers can expect approximately 12 daily departures, while in the winter season, this number decreases to around 5 daily departures. The journey typically takes about 4 hours.
Ticket prices for this vary depending on the time of the year and the occupancy rates of the buses. Tickets for all departures can be bought online or at the bus station. In average customer pay 25 Euro for this trip in the main season!
Please check the timetable using the search form above for the latest and most comprehensive details on direct bus services from Dubrovnik to Split, including information on departure and arrival times. Below we have listed some of the most popular departure times.
Station | Arrival | Departure |
---|---|---|
Dubrovnik, Bus terminal | 14:15 | |
Zaton Mali, 1 (M) > Split | 14:29 | 14:29 |
Zaton Veliki, 1 (M) > Split | 14:31 | 14:31 |
Orasac | 14:36 | 14:36 |
Trsteno | 14:51 | 14:51 |
Slano | 15:05 | 15:05 |
Doli, DU -> ST 1 mag. | 15:17 | 15:17 |
Opuzen Mag., 1 > Ploce | 15:56 | 15:56 |
Komin (Neretva) | 16:16 | 16:16 |
Rogotin, 1 (M) > Split | 16:20 | 16:20 |
Ploce, Bus terminal | 16:25 | 16:25 |
Gradac | 16:38 | 16:38 |
Brist | 16:41 | 16:41 |
Podaca | 16:43 | 16:43 |
Zaostrog | 16:46 | 16:46 |
Drvenik | 16:51 | 16:51 |
Mala Duba | 16:59 | 16:59 |
Zivogosce | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Igrane | 17:03 | 17:03 |
Drasnice | 17:10 | 17:10 |
Podgora | 17:12 | 17:12 |
Tucepi | 17:16 | 17:16 |
Makarska, Bus terminal | 17:25 | 17:25 |
Krvavica, 1 (M) > Split | 17:26 | 17:26 |
Promajna | 17:28 | 17:28 |
Baska Voda | 17:30 | 17:30 |
Brela Magistrala | 17:32 | 17:32 |
Pisak, 1 (M) > Split | 17:40 | 17:40 |
Mimice | 17:42 | 17:42 |
Ruskamen, 1 (M) > Split | 17:45 | 17:45 |
Omis, Firestation > Split | 18:25 | 18:25 |
Dugi Rat | 18:26 | 18:26 |
Podstrana | 18:27 | 18:27 |
Split, Bus terminal | 18:30 |
Station | Arrival | Departure |
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Dubrovnik, Bus terminal | 22:00 | |
Opuzen Mag., 1 > Ploce | 23:30 | 23:30 |
Metkovic, Bus terminal | 23:40 | 23:40 |
Split, Bus terminal | 02:00 | 02:00 |
Gospic, Bus terminal | 04:30 | 04:30 |
Jastrebarsko | 06:30 | 06:30 |
Zagreb, Bus terminal | 07:00 |
Timetable for buses in the opposite direction can be found here:
The departure bus station in Dubrovnik is located at the address Obala pape Ivana Pavla II 44 A, 20000 Dubrovnik, the location is in the city part Gruz which is about 3 km from the center, you can see more about Dubrovnik bus station here.
The arrival bus station in Split is located at the address Obala Kneza Domagoja br.12, 21000 Split, which is in the center of town, next to the ferry port and the train station. You can find more info about the bus station here:
The bus ride from Dubrovnik to Split is about 4 hours, during summer season there might be delays do to heavy traffic.
During the summer, buses depart approximately every two hours during the daytime, with additional services available at night. In Peak season there is up to 12 daily departures towards Split.
The average price for a one-way ticket is around 25 Euros. In the winter, tickets can be available for as low as 15 Euros, while in the peak season, prices may rise to 30 Euros. Discounts are offered for children, students, and pensioners by some bus operators.
All Intercity buses depart from Dubrovnik Autobusni Kolodvor (Dubrovnik Bus Terminal), which is located in the city part Gruz. In Split all buses arrive at the main bus station near the center of town.
No, meanwhile all bus companies on this route accept electronic tickets, so no need for printing.
Yes, typically the buses include a 15-20 minute break midway through the journey. This stop is usually at a highway gas station, allowing passengers to purchase food and drinks, as well as use the restrooms.
All buses from Dubrovnik to Split all used to drive through Bosnia, near Neum, bus since the opening of of the Peljesac Bridge majority follow this route.
Yes there are, the first 50 km, the bus follows the Magistrale (the coastal road), so if you sit at the left side of the bus when you leave Dubrovnik you will enjoy the best views.
Majority of buses driving between Dubrovnik and Split are comfortable long distance buses, featuring amenities like WI-FI, extra leg-room and air-conditioning.
The Luggage policy vary from company to company, the general rule is that passengers can bring a smaller cabin back or backpack as well as a regular sized suitcase for the hold. Note the suitcase for the hold might be subject to charge, which has to be paid in cash, so bring a few Euro coins.
Travel distance fastest route | 232 km / 144 Miles |
Average summer ticket price | €25 / $28 / £22 |
Scenic views | Yes |
Nr. of daily departures summer | 12 |
Nr. of daily departures winter | 5 |
Bus companies on this route | Promet Makarska, Arriva, Autotransport Sibenik, Flixbus, Promet Sinj |
Buses stop at Dubrovnik Airport | No |
Buses stop at Split Airport | No |
Traveling from Dubrovnik to Split, you have several alternatives to taking a bus, each offering a different experience and varying in terms of cost, duration, and scenic value. Here are some options:
Taking a train, is not possible, as there are no rail tracks to Dubrovnik.
Photo, Text and travel tips, by Morten Smalby