Zagreb to Split Private Transfer: Door-to-Door & Highway Included

Zagreb to Split: Skip the Bus Station & Arrive on Your Schedule

You get picked up at your Zagreb location or airport, sit in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver, and arrive at your Split destination without arranging transport, tolls, or timing around a bus schedule. Bathroom breaks and photo stops are included. Optional sightseeing detours cost extra and need to be arranged before departure.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer from Zagreb to Split

• Pickup at any Zagreb location
• Travel in air-conditioned vehicle
• Stop for bathroom and pictures
• Optional sightseeing stops arranged
• Drop off at Split area location

The experience

"You sit back, I handle the road," our driver said when we picked up the phone to confirm the time, and that's exactly what happens. The transfer from Zagreb or Zagreb airport to Split is a straight shot down the coast, about three and a half hours in an air-conditioned vehicle with someone who knows the route and speaks English. Your driver shows up at the agreed time (or earlier), picks you up from wherever you're staying in Zagreb, and takes you directly to your hotel or address in Split, Trogir, or the surrounding area. No bus station, no waiting for other passengers, no schedule that doesn't match your flight.

The highway fees are already built into the price, so there's nothing to figure out at tolls. Bathroom breaks and photo stops are included. If you want to pull over to grab a coffee or take a picture of the Dalmatian coast as it comes into view, the driver will work with that. The vehicle is clean, the air conditioning works, and if you're traveling with kids, specialized infant seats are available if you arrange them ahead of time. The price is per vehicle, not per person, which means if you're four people splitting the cost, it gets cheaper than a bus ticket each.

If you want to add stops along the way (Krka waterfalls, Plitvice Lakes, or a detour through Klis fortress), those can be arranged before the trip via email for an extra fee. Most people skip the add-ons and just want to get there, which is fine. The drive itself moves through some genuinely nice scenery without needing a guide to point it out. The whole thing is straightforward: you book, confirm your pickup time and location, and a professional driver handles the rest.

What’s included

• Your transfer includes private air-conditioned transportation from your Zagreb location or airport to Split (or surrounding areas like Trogir and Podstrana), an English-speaking professional driver, all highway fees and fuel, bathroom breaks and photo stops, and WiFi on board.
• Specialized infant car seats are available on request.
• Parking fees are covered.

Options for this experience

10 options

For groups of up to 3 peopleUp to 3 per booking · No fixed timeCar: an air-conditioned vehicle that holds a maximum of 3 people, with space for 2 large suitcases and 2 carry-on bags. Disclaimer: specific models may vary, and if a car is unavailable for any reason we may upgrade you to a larger vehicle at no cost. Pickup is included

For groups of up to 4 peopleUp to 4 per booking · No fixed timeComfort Car: the comfort car offers more legroom and headroom than a standard car, and its boot holds 3 medium (60x40x25 cm) and 3 carry-on suitcases. Pickup is included

Via Plitvice Lakes (3 people)Up to 3 per booking · No fixed timeDuration: 8 hours, including 5 hours of travel time and about 3 hours of waiting time at Plitvice Lakes. Via Plitvice Lakes: we take a detour from Zagreb to Split through Plitvice Lakes National Park so you get the full experience on your trip :) Car: an air-conditioned car for a maximum of 3 passengers. The boot holds 2 medium (60x40x25 cm) and 3 small carry-on bags. Disclaimer: specific models may vary, and if a car is unavailable for any reason we may upgrade you to a larger vehicle at no cost. Pickup is included

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For groups of up to 7 peopleUp to 7 per booking · No fixed timeVan: a van with dual air conditioning that seats 7 passengers, with a boot that holds 7 medium suitcases (60x40x25 cm) and 7 carry-on bags. Pickup is included

Via Plitvice Lakes (4 people)Up to 4 per booking · No fixed timeDuration: 8 hours, made up of 5 hours of travel and 3 hours of waiting time at Plitvice Lakes National Park in this option, from Zagreb to Split or the reverse. Plitvice Lakes: we take a detour from Zagreb to Split through Plitvice Lakes National Park so you get the full experience on your trip :) Pickup is included

For groups of up to 8 peopleUp to 8 per booking · No fixed timeVan XL: a vehicle with more headroom, legroom and a larger boot than a standard van. For a maximum of 8 passengers (8 check-in and 8 carry-on bags). Pickup is included

Via Plitvice Lakes (7 people)Up to 7 per booking · No fixed timeVia Plitvice Lakes: 5 hours of travel and 3 hours of waiting time at Plitvice Lakes National Park are included in this option so you can fully enjoy the experience. Van: a van with dual air conditioning for a maximum of 7 passengers, with room for 6 check-in and 7 carry-on bags. Pickup is included

Via Plitvice Lakes (8 people)Up to 8 per booking · No fixed timeDuration: 8 hours, including about 5 hours of travel time and about 3 hours of waiting time at Plitvice Lakes. Via Plitvice Lakes: we take a detour from Zagreb to Split through Plitvice Lakes National Park so you get the full experience on your trip :) Van XL: a double van with dual air conditioning for a maximum of 16 passengers, with room for 15 check-in and 15 carry-on bags. Pickup is included

For groups of up to 16 peopleUp to 15 per booking · No fixed timeMinibus or double van: a minibus or double van with dual air conditioning for a maximum of 16 passengers, with room for 15 check-in and 15 carry-on bags. Pickup is included

Via Plitvice Lakes (16 people)Up to 15 per booking · No fixed timeVia Plitvice Lakes: a 3-hour waiting period at Plitvice Lakes National Park is included in this option so you can fully enjoy the experience. Minibus or double van: a minibus or double van with dual air conditioning for a maximum of 16 passengers, with room for 15 check-in and 15 carry-on bags. Pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Adriatic Shuttle Transfers & Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling with luggage, arriving at an odd hour, or simply want to avoid the bus station and arrive on your own schedule: the fixed price per vehicle and direct route take the logistics off your hands.

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Top questions

How long does the transfer take?

Approximately 3.5 hours from Zagreb or Zagreb airport to Split, depending on traffic and your exact pickup and drop-off locations.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation, air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking driver, highway fees, fuel, and bathroom or photo breaks. WiFi is available on board.

Can I add stops like Krka waterfalls or Plitvice Lakes?

Yes, but these require advance arrangement via email and cost extra. Standard transfers go directly to Split without stops.

Is the price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle, which makes it cheaper when you're traveling with others splitting the cost.

Can I bring a child car seat?

Specialized infant seats are available if you request them when booking.

What if my flight is delayed?

Contact the driver directly with your updated arrival time. They track your flight and adjust the pickup accordingly.

Do I need to pay tolls separately?

No, highway fees are included in the quoted price.

Can the driver pick me up from a different location in Zagreb?

Yes, the service is door-to-door, so pickup can be from your hotel, apartment, or any address in Zagreb.