Perfect choice for a small group of travelers who like to travel on a budget.
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Perfect choice for small groups who like to travel in style and comfort.
4 seats
4 bags
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Excellent choice for bigger groups who want the best value and comfort for their money.
8 seats
8 bags
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Ideal choice for large groups who need a lot of space and want to travel in the same vehicle.
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Travelling from Split to Zadar and looking for a comfortable, direct connection between Dalmatia's two most historically significant coastal cities? Reliable Split transfers make this 157 km intercity journey entirely effortless — door pickup from your exact Split address, a fixed price, and a professional driver who delivers you to your Zadar destination in approximately 1 hour 38 minutes. With Go Shuttle, the journey between two of Croatia's finest old towns is completed comfortably and on time, without the complications of buses, connections, or parking in an unfamiliar city.
Zadar is one of the Adriatic's great coastal cities — a UNESCO-recognised old town on a peninsula jutting into the sea, with 3,000 years of continuous history, the extraordinary Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun on its waterfront, the Church of St Donatus rising from a Roman forum, and a vibrant contemporary food and café scene that has made it one of Croatia's most rewarding city destinations. Alfred Hitchcock reportedly called Zadar's sunset the most beautiful in the world. Go Shuttle connects Split to Zadar directly via the A1 motorway.
Split to Zadar (old town peninsula / city centre)
The drive from Split to Zadar takes just under 100 minutes via the A1 motorway north — Croatia's main Adriatic motorway corridor, running efficiently through the limestone hinterland parallel to the coast. Your driver picks you up from your exact Split address and heads north, moving through the Kaštela valley and into the karst interior before the motorway passes the Šibenik region and continues through the Dalmatian hinterland toward the Zadar basin.
Leaving the A1 near Zadar, the route descends toward the city and its distinctive peninsula. Zadar's old town sits on a narrow peninsula surrounded by water on three sides, its ancient walls, Roman forum, and medieval churches visible from the approach road. Your driver navigates the urban approach and delivers you as close as possible to the old town entrance or your specific accommodation address — directly to the pedestrian zone boundary, hotel entrance, or any Zadar address.
💡 City tip: Zadar's old town is largely pedestrian-only. Your driver will drop you at the nearest accessible point to your accommodation — typically the Kopnena vrata (Land Gate) or the Foša harbour area for most addresses within the old town walls. Most old town accommodation is a short walk from either access point. In peak summer the final approach to Zadar can add 10–15 minutes, which your driver will account for.
Your driver will be waiting to meet you no matter what happens
Enjoy a high-quality transfer experience at surprisingly low prices
No queues, no delays – we'll get you to your destination quickly
For complete peace of mind we'll take you directly to your hotel door
Transparent rates with no hidden fees – the price you see is the price you pay
Cancel your booking up to 24 hours in advance at no extra cost
Reserve your transfer easily without the need for a credit card
Our team is available around the clock to assist you with any questions or last-minute changes
Every Go Shuttle booking on the Split–Zadar route includes:
All vehicles are modern, air-conditioned, and fully insured for the Split to Zadar intercity route:
All transport options compared — for a journey between two great Dalmatian cities
Duration: approximately 1 hour 38 minutes | Price: from 190€ per vehicle
✓ Pros: door-to-door; direct old town or hotel delivery; fixed price including A1 motorway tolls; available 24/7; no bus station walk; van option for groups.
✗ Cons: higher cost than public bus for solo travellers — very competitive for 2+ passengers.
💡 Best for: Couples, families, and groups making a multi-city Croatian holiday who want direct delivery between Split and Zadar old towns.
Duration: approximately 2h 15min – 3h | Price: approx. €10–€20 per person
✓ Pros: regular service; cheapest per-person option for solo travellers.
✗ Cons: requires getting to Split bus station first; Zadar bus station is away from the old town — taxi or local bus connection needed; multiple stops add time; crowded with luggage in peak summer.
💡 Best for: Solo budget travellers with minimal luggage and flexible timing who don't mind the bus station connections.
Duration: approximately 1h 35min – 2h | Price: rental + fuel + A1 motorway tolls + parking in Zadar
✓ Pros: flexibility to stop en route at Šibenik, Krka, or other points of interest between the two cities.
✗ Cons: one-way drop-off fees Split→Zadar can be significant; parking near Zadar old town is very limited and expensive in peak season; motorway tolls add to total cost.
💡 Best for: Travellers making a multi-day road trip between Split and Zadar with planned stops at intermediate destinations.
| Transport Option | ⏱ Duration | 💶 Price | ✅ Convenience |
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Private Transfer
RECOMMENDED
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~1h 38min | from 190€ per vehicle |
★★★★★
Excellent
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Public Bus
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2h 15 – 3h | €10 – €20 per person |
★★★☆☆
Average
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Rental Car
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1h 35 – 2h | variable + tolls & parking |
★★★☆☆
Average
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On-Demand Taxi
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1h 40 – 2h 10min | €140 – €260+ no fixed rate |
★★☆☆☆
Poor
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Shared Shuttle
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2h 30 – 3h 30min | €20 – €38 per person |
★★☆☆☆
Poor
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For the Split to Zadar intercity journey, a pre-booked private transfer is the clear choice for couples, families, and groups. Direct old town delivery, fixed pricing including motorway tolls, and under 100 minutes door-to-door make it the most practical option for anyone making a multi-city Croatian holiday between two of the Adriatic's finest destinations.
Split and Zadar are the twin poles of Dalmatian city culture — both built on Roman foundations, both with extraordinary old towns, and both offering the kind of layered, lived-in urban character that marks out Croatia's coastal cities from simple resort destinations. The transfer between them takes less than 100 minutes on Croatia's excellent A1 motorway, and with Go Shuttle, every minute of that journey is spent in a comfortable vehicle rather than queuing for a bus or navigating a bus station with luggage. Your private taxi is confirmed at a fixed price, from your Split door to your Zadar hotel or apartment, with a professional driver who has made this intercity transfer hundreds of times. Simple, direct, and entirely on your schedule.
Book your transfer online now or contact us via WhatsApp for fast confirmation — and discover why Zadar is one of the Adriatic's most rewarding destinations.
Heading back from Zadar to Split? Book your Zadar to Split taxi together with this transfer and a 5% discount is automatically applied at checkout — no voucher code needed.
