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Today25 Jul
from US$156
Tomorrow26 Jul
Sun27 Jul
Mon28 Jul
Tue29 Jul
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Thu31 Jul
Fri1 Aug

Next departures to Zadar

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 July at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: 26 July at
    Destination city: Zadar
    Destination location: Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 25 July at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 26 July at
    Destination city: Zadar
    Destination location: Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 July at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 26 July at
    Destination city: Zadar
    Destination location: Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 July at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 26 July at
    Destination city: Zadar
    Destination location: Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 July at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 26 July at
    Destination city: Zadar
    Destination location: Autobusni Kolodvor Zadar
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Zadar

Bus
Average priceUS$89 - US$224Average duration1d 2h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$72 - US$154Average duration1d 3h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average priceUS$92 - US$92Average duration13h 30m
41kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Zadar

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zadar. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
13h 30mAverage duration
US$92Cheapest ticket
41kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Zadar: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$138
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance601 miles
Latest bus departure19:40

Cologne to Zadar Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Zadar

  1. How far is Zadar from Cologne by coach?

    The distance between Cologne and Zadar by coach is approximately 608 miles (981 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Zadar from Cologne without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/07
US$125
24/07
US$157
Today
US$152
26/07
No data
27/07
US$145
28/07
US$123
29/07
US$111
30/07
US$124
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Zadar was searched and found on 29 Jul 2025 with a price of US$111

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Zadar as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$111 to US$192 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Zadar based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$111, which is on 2025-07-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Zadar.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Cologne to Zadar, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Zadar will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Zadar, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Will you be returning to Cologne by bus?

Bus from Cologne to Zadar

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Train from Cologne to Zadar

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