Split to
Zagreb transfer

Coast to capital in half a day. Leave the Adriatic behind, climb through the Dinaric mountains on Croatia's excellent A1 motorway, and arrive in Zagreb's cafe-lined streets and Austro-Hungarian architecture.

410 km

Distance

4h 30m

Drive Time

€350

Sedan

0 borders

Crossings

The Journey

Split to Zagreb, stop by stop

Drive from Split to Zagreb in approximately 4h 30m. Private transfer from €350 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 through the mountains.

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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, right off the motorway. Cascading turquoise lakes connected by waterfalls. The upper viewpoint gives you the iconic panorama in 20 minutes. Full visit 3–4 hours. Entrance about €30 in summer.

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Quick stop free

Rastićevo rest area & Velebit views

200 km from Split ~15 min

The motorway crosses the Velebit mountain range—Croatia's largest. Several rest stops have panoramic views of the peaks and the Lika plateau below. A quick coffee and photo stop to break the drive.

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A1 motorway & Dinaric Alps

350 km from Split ~3h 30m

The motorway tunnels through mountains, crosses dramatic viaducts, and passes the Plitvice turnoff. North of Karlovac, the landscape flattens into rolling green hills as Zagreb approaches.

Zagreb

Your hotel or address 4h 30m total

Arrive at your hotel or apartment—Ban Jelačić Square, Upper Town, Lower Town, or Zagreb Airport (ZAG). Door-to-door with luggage.

Route Pricing

Split → Zagreb prices

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

Sedan

€350

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

€420

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 Zagreb. Flight tracking and 60 minutes free waiting.

SPU Airport → Zagreb →

About the Split to Zagreb transfer

The Split to Zagreb route takes the A1 motorway through Croatia's mountainous interior. It's a 4.5-hour drive that passes through the Dinaric Alps, with the option to break the journey at Plitvice Lakes National Park (about 90 minutes' detour for a 3-4 hour visit to Croatia's most famous natural wonder). This transfer-plus-Plitvice combo is one of our most popular bookings.

Route FAQ

Split to Zagreb questions

Everything specific to this route.

How long is the Split to Zagreb transfer?

About 4 hours 30 minutes (410 km) on the A1 motorway. No border crossings. With a Plitvice stop, plan for 5.5–6 hours.

Can we stop at Plitvice Lakes?

Yes—the park entrance is just off the motorway about two-thirds of the way. A 20–30 minute viewpoint stop or a full 3–4 hour visit.

Are there border crossings?

No—entirely within Croatia on the A1 motorway.

Can you drop me at Zagreb Airport?

Yes—ZAG is about 20 minutes from the city centre. Drop-off at departures included.

Is this better than flying?

When you factor in airport time at both ends, the drive is often comparable. Plus door-to-door convenience, luggage freedom, and the option to stop at Plitvice. For 2+ passengers, the cost per person is very competitive with flights.

What should I see in Zagreb?

Upper Town with St Mark's colourful roof, Dolac farmers' market, the Museum of Broken Relationships, and the cafe culture of Tkalciceva street.

Route Reviews

Split → Zagreb reviews

Google

★★★★★

"Smooth motorway drive, beautiful mountain scenery. Plitvice stop was the highlight—we did the quick viewpoint and it was breathtaking. In Zagreb by 3 PM. Excellent driver."

Sebastian L.

Split → Zagreb

TripAdvisor

★★★★★

"With three kids and a mountain of luggage, this was so much easier than flying. A/C, space, stops when we needed them. Zagreb by afternoon. Will use for the return trip."

The Hansen Family

Split → Zagreb

Google

★★★★★

"From Split Airport to our Zagreb hotel—professional service from start to finish. The Velebit mountain views from the motorway were stunning. Highly recommended."

Mia V.

SPU Airport → Zagreb

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

Get a group quote

Tell us about your group and we’ll send a custom quote within 2 hours.

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Split to
Zagreb transfer