What is the cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Karlobag?

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Karlobag is to bus via Zagreb which costs €16 - €70 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zagreb to Karlobag?

The fastest way to get from Zagreb to Karlobag is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Karlobag?

No, there is no direct bus from Zagreb to Karlobag. However, there are services departing from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor and arriving at Karlobag, E65 / Ul. Uskočka via Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Zagreb to Karlobag?

The distance between Zagreb and Karlobag is 239 km. The road distance is 216.9 km.

How do I travel from Zagreb to Karlobag without a car?

The best way to get from Zagreb to Karlobag without a car is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs €2 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Zagreb to Karlobag?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Zagreb to Karlobag, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Karlobag bus from?

Zagreb to Karlobag bus services, operated by Velebit Tours, depart from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor station.

Where does the Zagreb to Karlobag bus arrive?

Zagreb to Karlobag bus services, operated by Velebit Tours, arrive at Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor station.

Can I drive from Zagreb to Karlobag?

Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Karlobag is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Zagreb to Karlobag.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zagreb to Karlobag?

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Where can I stay near Karlobag?

There are 3152+ hotels available in Karlobag.

Zagreb to Karlobag - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Zagreb to Karlobag by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Gospić, Autobusni kolodvorbus
3h 44m
€3–54
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Licko Lescetrain Ic
2. Take the taxi from Licko Lesce to Karlobagtaxi
4h 53m
€164–207
Drive 216.9 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Karlobagcar 216.9 km
2h 57m
€31–45
Bus via Zagreb
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Gospićbus 939
3h 55m
€16–68

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Distance: 239.1 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Zagreb, Croatia and Karlobag, Croatia?

Velebit Tours operates a bus from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Gospić, Autobusni kolodvor 3 times a day. Tickets cost €40–50 and the journey takes 2h 14m. Two other operators also service this route.

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