Croatia Island Hopping: Ferries, Catamarans & Routes
Updated · June 23, 2026How to island-hop in Croatia: ferries vs catamarans, the main operators and hubs, whether you can bring a car, buying tickets and sample 7–10 day routes.
Transport
Getting around Croatia — airports (Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Zadar, Pula, Rijeka), ferries to the islands, trains, buses and transfers. Practical guides on how to get from point to point and roughly how long it takes; handy to plan together with the Car rental and Routes sections.
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Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes: Bus, Tour & Day-Trip Guide
Updated · June 30, 2026Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes by bus, tour or car: travel time, fares in euros, the day-trip timetable, park tickets and how to plan the day.
Split to Dubrovnik: Bus, Ferry, Car or Transfer (2026)
Updated · June 29, 2026Split to Dubrovnik four ways: bus, summer catamaran, your own car over the Pelješac Bridge or a transfer. Times, rough euro costs and which to pick.
Split Airport Transfers: Bus, Ferry & Taxi to City Centre
Updated · June 29, 2026Split Airport (SPU) to the city centre: shuttle bus, public bus, taxi, private transfer, the seasonal catamaran and car hire — rough costs and times.
Getting Around Croatia: Buses, Ferries, Trains & Driving
Updated · June 29, 2026How to get around Croatia: buses are the backbone, ferries link the islands, trains are limited and a car suits Istria and the parks. What to use when.