What is the cheapest way to get from Novalja to Opatija?

The cheapest way to get from Novalja to Opatija is to bus which costs €7 - €35 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Novalja to Opatija?

The fastest way to get from Novalja to Opatija is to ferry which takes 3h 33m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Novalja and Opatija?

No, there is no direct bus from Novalja to Opatija. However, there are services departing from Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor and arriving at Opatija, Autobusni Kolodvor via Crikvenica, Autobusni Kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct ferry between Novalja and Opatija?

No, there is no direct ferry from Novalja to Opatija. However, there are services departing from Novalja and arriving at Rijeka via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Novalja to Opatija?

The distance between Novalja and Opatija is 114 km. The road distance is 287.9 km.

How do I travel from Novalja to Opatija without a car?

The best way to get from Novalja to Opatija without a car is to ferry which takes 3h 33m and costs €40 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Novalja to Opatija?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Novalja to Opatija, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novalja to Opatija bus from?

Novalja to Opatija bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, depart from Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor station.

Where does the Novalja to Opatija bus arrive?

Novalja to Opatija bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, arrive at Crikvenica, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Can I drive from Novalja to Opatija?

Yes, the driving distance between Novalja to Opatija is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Novalja to Opatija.

Where can I stay near Opatija?

There are 5265+ hotels available in Opatija.

Novalja to Opatija - 3 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Novalja to Opatija by ferry, bus, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Novalja to Rijekaferry 9309
3h 33m
€40–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor to Crikvenica, Autobusni Kolodvorbus Arriva
2. Take the bus from Crikvenica, Autobusni Kolodvor to Opatija, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
4h 15m
€8–34
Drive 287.9 km
1. Drive from Novalja to Opatijacar 287.9 km
4h 7m
€41–59

Novalja to Opatija by ferry, foot, and bus

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Distance: 114.3 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Novalja, Croatia and Opatija, Primorsko-Goranska, Croatia?

Jadrolinija operates a ferry from Novalja to Rijeka once daily. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor to Opatija, Autobusni Kolodvor via Crikvenica, Autobusni Kolodvor in around 4h 15m.

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