Getting There
Air
Major towns to fly into Croatia include Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Split, Zadar, and Rijeka. Many major and budget airlines fly there, although prices aren’t cheap – it’s best to book ahead to get the best price.
Bus
You can catch the bus to Croatia from nearby countries Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro and Slovenia. There are daily connections from Sarajevo to Dubrovnik, it’s a five-hour journey; and from Sarajevo to Split, which takes seven hours. From Sarajevo to Zagreb it takes eight hours. From Slovenia you can easily reach the Istrian coast.
Train
Travelling by train to Croatia is quicker than the bus. There are daily trains from Serbia and Montenegro departing from Belgrade to Zagreb, which takes six hours. There are also daily trains from Slovenia‘s Ljubljana to Zagreb and Rijeka, which take two-three hours.
Boat
You can easily catch a boat to Croatia from Italy or Slovenia.
Getting Around
Air
For domestic flights within Croatia, there is only one carrier which is Croatia Airlines. They fly between Zagreb and Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar.
Bus
The buses in Croatia are cheap and reliable. You can catch a bus between most of the major towns. Visit or call the main bus station in the town you’re in for a complete schedule. Only buy a one-way ticket and book ahead if you can.
Train
Trains are cheaper than buses, but often slower. The main connections are between Zagreb to Rijeka, Zadar and Split.
Car
You can hire a car from any of the major and independent hire-car companies in Croatia. You require a valid driver’s licence but an International Driver’s Licence isn’t necessary. There is a zero limit of alcohol allowed while driving. The speed limit for highways is 110km and motorways is 130km.
Boat
Cruising the coast by ferry is the best way to get around in summer. Ferries are more expensive than buses but more comfortable. Car ferries operate all year round, the main company is Jadrolinija.
Cycle
A great way to see the islands is by cycling. Various sail companies offer special sailing and cycling tours, where you cycle across the island, and get picked up on the other side.
