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Port guide: compare transport from Split

Split, Croatia 16 transport option(s) compared
45 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

Split

Port call at Split (Croatia). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to Split bus station, is free, and the fastest takes around 5 min. No ship shuttle has been reported for this port call.

Terminal in the heart of Split, 200m from the UNESCO-listed Diocletian's Palace. Immediate access on foot.

Split Ferry & Cruise Port
Cheapest option Free Walk to Split bus station
Fastest option 5 min Walk to Split bus station
Simplest option Walk to Split bus station Very simple
Ship shuttle Not available No comment.

Practical tips

  • Diocletian's Palace 15 minutes' walk away
  • Riva promenade just in front
  • No need for transport

Warnings

  • Large crowds in summer
  • Several large ships at the same time
  • Narrow medieval streets

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle Not available

No ship shuttle reported.

Recommended local alternative Walk to Split bus station

Free - 5 min - Free according to the ship's departure times

The bus station is right next to the port

Filter transport options

Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

16 option(s) shown for Split

Walk to Split bus station

Split Bus Station

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

The bus station is right next to the port

Attention point

Particularly useful for taking intercity or airport buses

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for buses to the airport, Trogir, Omis or Dubrovnik

Source : AK Split; Croatia Spots;

Walk to Split Railway Station

Split Railway Station

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

The railway station is right next to the port

Attention point

The train is less useful than the bus for certain coastal excursions.

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; handy for catching trains or finding the transport zone

Source : Train station Split;

Walk to Riva Promenade

Riva Promenade / seafront

Walk Distant excursion
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 6 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Emblematic promenade right next to the port

Attention point

Can be very busy during the day and evening

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ideal for cafés, photos and quick access to the old town

Source : Port of Split; ; Split tourism

Walk to Diocletian's Palace

Diocletian's Palace / Old Town

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

The UNESCO historic centre is within easy walking distance

Attention point

Very busy in high season and on busy days

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; the port is just a few minutes' walk from Diocletian's Palace

Source : Port of Split; Port Adventurer;

Taxi to Diocletian's Palace

Diocletian's Palace / Old Town

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Available in port or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Fast if mobility is reduced or heat is intense

Attention point

Not necessary as the old town is within walking distance

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; walking is generally preferable except for PRM or luggage

Source : Port of Split; ; services taxi locaux

Shuttle cruise to the old town

Diocletian's Palace / Old Town

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Simple if offered, but rarely necessary as the centre is very close by

Attention point

Not very useful if the ship docks at the central terminal

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check on board whether a shuttle bus is available, but walking is generally sufficient.

Source : Compagnies de croisière; Port of Split;

Taxi to Split Airport

Split airport

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct and convenient after disembarking with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than the airport bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm price or ask for meter before departure

Source : Split Airport; ; services taxi locaux

Bus to Trogir

Trogir

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 3,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Regular frequency depending on route and season
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Cost-effective excursion to a nearby UNESCO Old Town

Attention point

Can be slowed by coastal traffic

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route on the map; in practice, use the buses from Split Bus Station or the local line to Trogir.

Source : Promet Split; ; Trogir tourism

Airport bus to Split Airport

Split airport

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 3,00 €
Estimated duration 50 min
Frequency Frequency according to schedule Promet Split / flights
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Economical option for getting to the airport

Attention point

Traffic-sensitive journey times and timetables to be checked

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; in practice, go to the bus station or the active airport stop near the port

Source : Promet Split; Split Airport;

Bus to Omis

Omitted

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Promet Split timetable
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

A low-cost link to Omis and the Cetina River

Attention point

Possible traffic on the coastal road in high season

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check return timetable if excursion during stopover

Source : Promet Split; ; Omis tourism

VTC to Split Airport

Split airport

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency On request via application or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Variable availability depending on time of day and cruise crowds

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the exact pick-up point at the terminal exit

Source : Bolt; Uber; Split Airport;

Taxi to Trogir

Trogir

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 50,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct to Trogir without having to deal with bus timetables

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; interesting for families or groups, confirm price and return before departure

Source : ; services taxi locaux; Trogir tourism

Taxi to Omis

Omitted

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 55,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Available at the port or by reservation
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct route to Omis and the river Cetina

Attention point

More expensive than bus, traffic possible in season

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm price and return time before departure

Source : ; services taxi locaux; Omis tourism

VTC to Trogir

Trogir

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 60,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency On request via application or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Comfortable, the price is known in advance and you can plan your return.

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for groups or short stopovers, return to be confirmed before departure

Source : Bolt; Uber; ; Trogir tourism

Train to Sibenik

Šibenik

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 115 min
Frequency A few trains a day according to the HŽPP timetable
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Allows a rail excursion to Šibenik

Attention point

Less frequent and longer than some bus options

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route on the map; in practice, go to Split Railway Station then HŽPP train to Šibenik

Source : HŽPP; Split Railway Station;

Train to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor

Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 390 min
Frequency A few trains a day according to the HŽPP timetable
Complexity Complex
Main advantage

Long-distance rail option to Zagreb

Attention point

Unsuitable for a short stopover; particularly useful after disembarkation

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route on the map; in practice, go to Split Railway Station then long-distance train to Zagreb

Source : HŽPP; Split Railway Station;

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.