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

The cheapest way to get from Novalja to Rijeka is to bus which costs €2 - €23 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Novalja to Rijeka is to ferry which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Novalja and Rijeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Novalja to Rijeka station. However, there are services departing from Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor and arriving at Rijeka bus station via Crikvenica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct ferry between Novalja and Rijeka?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Novalja and arriving at Rijeka. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Novalja to Rijeka?

The distance between Novalja and Rijeka is 100 km. The road distance is 273.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Novalja to Rijeka without a car is to ferry which takes 2h 40m and costs €35 - €55.

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

The ferry from Novalja to Rijeka takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Novalja to Rijeka bus from?

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

Where does the Novalja to Rijeka bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Novalja to Rijeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Novalja to Rijeka is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Novalja to Rijeka.

Where can I stay near Rijeka?

There are 7797+ hotels available in Rijeka.

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

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

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Novalja to Rijekaferry 9309
2h 40m
€35–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor to Crikvenica, Autobusni Kolodvorbus Arriva
2. Take the bus from Crikvenica to Rijeka bus stationbus 972a / ...
3h 35m
€3–23
Drive 273.4 km
1. Drive from Novalja to Rijekacar 273.4 km
3h 53m
€39–56

Novalja to Rijeka by ferry

7Weekly Ferries

2h 40mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.9 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Novalja, Croatia and Rijeka, Croatia?

Jadrolinija operates a ferry from Novalja to Rijeka once daily. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Novalja, Autobusni kolodvor to Rijeka bus station via Crikvenica in around 3h 35m.

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