What is the cheapest way to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park?

The fastest way to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Smiljan and Plitvice Lakes National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park. However, there are services departing from Smiljan and arriving at Donji Babin Potok via Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor and Otočac, Autobusni kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park?

The distance between Smiljan and Plitvice Lakes National Park is 80 km. The road distance is 52.3 km.

How do I travel from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park without a car is to bus which takes 3h 28m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park bus from?

Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, depart from Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor station.

Where does the Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park bus arrive?

Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park bus services, operated by Arriva Croatia, arrive at Otočac, Autobusni kolodvor station.

Can I drive from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park is 52 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Where can I stay near Plitvice Lakes National Park?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Smiljan to Plitvice Lakes National Park by bus, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the bus from Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor to Otočac, Autobusni kolodvorbus Arriva
2. Take the bus from Otočac, Autobusni kolodvor to Donji Babin Potokbus Line 12
3h 28m
Drive 52.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Smiljan to Homoljaccar 52.3 km
1h 10m
€8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Smiljan to Homoljactaxi 52.3 km
1h 10m
€75–95

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Distance: 79.8 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Smiljan, Croatia and Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia?

You can take a bus from Smiljan to Donji Babin Potok via Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor, Otočac, Autobusni kolodvor, and Donji Babin Potok in around 3h 28m.

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