How to get from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Traveling from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park
When in Split, visiting Plitvice Lakes, one of the most beautiful forested reserves in Central/Eastern Europe is the perfect day trip from the beautiful, bustling port town, trading ocean waves for quaint waterfalls. You’re a half-day travel from paradise (in either direction).
The route from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park is dotted with exceptional sights, including Klis Fortress, which stood in as Meereen in Game of Thrones, the UNESCO-listed towns of Trogir and Sibenik, coastal Zadar, the lovely Krka National Park, and Cave Park Grabovaca.
About Plitvice Lakes National Park
Plitvice Lakes National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Croatia, deserved its fame thanks to its unique, terraced lakes connected by cascading waterfalls. The park is a mesmerizing combination of 16 interlinked lakes that change color from azure to green, grey, or blue, depending on the minerals and organisms in the water and the angle of sunlight.
What makes the park so extraordinary is the constantly evolving travertine barriers, which form natural dams that create new waterfalls and reshape the landscape. So one can say it’s an ever-growing, ever-evolving wonder of nature. Through the wooden footbridges and pathways that meander over and around the lakes, you’ll get up-close views of the waterfalls and lively waters.
Plitvice is also home to diverse flora and fauna, including rare species like the European brown bear, lynx, and over 120 species of birds. The park's pristine beauty and dynamic water systems make it a destination too good to skip.
How to get from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park
If you’re trying to figure out how to get from Split to Plitvice Lakes, you have a couple of travel options. For travelers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes. The best way to travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes though is by booking a private car ride which will not only be flexible and comfortable but also pretty fun since you’ll get to stop on the way and explore!
Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park by bus
To travel from Split to Plitvice Lakes by bus, go to Split’s Autobusni Kolodvor and purchase a ticket to Plitvice Jezera Bus Stop. While you can buy your ticket at the station, it’s best to get it in advance. The earliest bus is at 6:00 AM, and the last bus is at 4:30 PM, with multiple buses operating on the route every day. The bus from Split to Plitvice Lakes is run by Flixbus and Arriva. Bus tickets from Split to Plitvice Lakes cost between €25-€30 for the four-hour trip covering approximately 250 km (155 miles).
Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park by private car service
Captured by Piotr Musioł
Traveling from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park is best done by booking a private car service like Daytrip. Considering you are in a country full of incredible natural beauties, it’s only a pity to pass them quickly without the chance to stop by to explore. Passing Trogir without exploring its perfect blend of medieval streets and island vibes, or not tasting a calm retreat in Sibenik and swim away from the crowds would be pretty unfortunate. So hop on your private car, enjoy the comfort of being picked up at your doorstep and taken to your exact destination.
