Split to
Pula transfer

From Dalmatia to Istria—two of Croatia's most celebrated regions in one drive. Head north from Split along the coast, cross the Dinaric mountains, and descend into Istria's truffle-scented hills to reach Pula's Roman amphitheatre.

480 km

Distance

5h 15m

Drive Time

€400

Sedan

0 borders

Crossings

The Journey

Split to Pula, stop by stop

Drive from Split to Pula in approximately 5h 15m. Private transfer from €400 per vehicle, all-inclusive — fuel, tolls, English-speaking driver, door-to-door.

Split

Your hotel or address Departure

Pickup from your hotel, apartment, or Split Airport (SPU). North on the A1 motorway towards Zadar and Istria.

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Quick stop free · extended visit from €20

Zadar & the Sea Organ

160 km from Split ~30 min

A 3,000-year-old city with Roman ruins, Venetian churches, and two modern wonders—the Sea Organ (waves play music through pipes) and the Sun Salutation light display. Hitchcock called it the most beautiful sunset in the world.

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Quick stop free · extended visit from €30

Plitvice Lakes viewpoint

290 km from Split ~30 min

Croatia's most famous national park—cascading turquoise lakes connected by waterfalls. A quick stop at the upper viewpoint gives you the iconic panorama. Full visit takes 3–4 hours. Entrance about €30 in summer.

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Istrian peninsula approach

400 km from Split ~4h 30m

Past Plitvice, the motorway crosses into the continental interior before descending into Istria. Green hills, vineyards, hilltop villages, and olive groves—a landscape often compared to Tuscany.

Pula

Your hotel or address 5h 15m total

Arrive at your hotel or apartment—the Arena area, Old Town, Verudela beach, or the harbour. Driver drops you at the door.

Route Pricing

Split → Pula prices

Per vehicle, not per person. All prices include tolls, fuel, luggage handling, water, Wi-Fi, and child seats on request.

Sedan

€400

1–3 passengers

Sedan or similar
Air conditioning & Wi-Fi
2 large + 2 small bags
Free scenic stops
All tolls included
Free cancellation 24h

Minivan

€480

4–8 passengers

Minivan or similar
Air conditioning & Wi-Fi
6 large + 4 small bags
Free scenic stops
All tolls included
Free cancellation 24h

All Inclusive

What's included in every transfer

Door-to-door

Picked up and dropped off at your exact address

All tolls included

Motorway tolls covered, no extras

Photo stops

Quick scenic stops along the route, free of charge

English driver

Professional, local, English-speaking driver

Flying into Split Airport?

We meet you at SPU arrivals and drive directly to Pula. Flight tracking and 60 minutes free waiting.

SPU Airport → Pula →

About the Split to Pula transfer

The Split to Pula route stays within Croatia, so there are no border stops to worry about. Your driver takes the most efficient route while offering optional scenic stops along the way. This is one of the routes where having a local driver adds real value — they know the shortcuts, the best rest stops, and the viewpoints that aren't in any guidebook.

Route FAQ

Split to Pula questions

Everything specific to this route.

How long is the Split to Pula transfer?

About 5 hours 15 minutes (480 km). No border crossings—entirely within Croatia. With Zadar and Plitvice stops, plan for 6.5–7.5 hours.

Are there border crossings?

No—the full route stays within Croatia on the A1 motorway.

Can we stop at Plitvice?

Yes—the park entrance is just off the motorway. A 20–30 minute viewpoint stop is enough for the iconic photo. Full visit takes 3–4 hours.

What's Pula known for?

A superbly preserved Roman amphitheatre (one of the six largest in the world), Roman temples, and Venetian fortresses. Istria is also famed for truffles, olive oil, and Malvazija wine.

Can you pick me up from Split Airport?

Yes. We meet you at SPU arrivals and head north immediately.

Is the Zadar stop worth it?

The Sea Organ alone is worth the detour—waves create music through pipes built into the waterfront. The old town is compact and walkable in 20–30 minutes.

Route Reviews

Split → Pula reviews

Google

★★★★★

"Zadar's Sea Organ was mesmerizing and Plitvice was as stunning as the photos suggest. Arrived in Pula to find the amphitheatre glowing at sunset. Three highlights in one day."

Nadia B.

Split → Pula

TripAdvisor

★★★★★

"Smooth motorway drive, comfortable car, great driver who knew all the best stops. Istria feels like a different country to Dalmatia—loved the green hills and vineyards."

Frank & Lisa

Split → Pula

Google

★★★★★

"Picked up from Split Airport after our flight. At Pula by mid-afternoon with a Plitvice stop. Clean car, professional service. Exactly what we needed."

Katarina M.

SPU Airport → Pula

Group Transfers

Traveling with a group?

We operate minibuses and full-size coaches for groups of 8 to 50 passengers. Custom quotes within 2 hours.

Minibus

Sprinter-type · Families, small groups

19 seats

Midibus

30-seat coach · Tour groups, weddings

30 seats

Full-size coach

50-seat touring coach with WC

50 seats

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Split to
Pula transfer