Buses from Zagreb to Pula

Buses from Zagreb to Pula

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Pula
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Zagreb to Pula Destination Reviews

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Anonymous
Good journey to Pula. Bus was on time, driver was nice and polite he wasn't Croatian but Nepalese and happy. No USB sockets on bus to plug your phone into.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Nov 19, 2025
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Anonymous
Going to pula. Punctuality, comfortable bus, good relation quality / price.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Aug 20, 2025
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Anonymous
Vozač je bio u redu, snalažljiv i govorio je engleski. Vozač je bio sam, ima loš mobitel za skeniranje karata i gubio je puno vremena pri pregledu karata. Autobus je krenio 25 minuta nakon zakazanog vremena jer je bilo puno kofera. Potreban je još jedan vozač koji bi naplačivao karte, kofere i stavljao ih odnosno pripomogao glavnom vozaču.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Dec 30, 2024
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Anonymous
Vožnja je bila opasna i vrlo neugodna jer nas je 16 bilo natrpano u minibus, a kuferi su bili u prol. Nista. Zelim novac nazad. Premali prostor, koferi medu putnicima, voznja drndava kao daj je bicikl.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Oct 28, 2024
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Anonymous
Nicest bus Ive been on. Modern bus.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Oct 5, 2024
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Anonymous
It is not COVID restriction time anymore. Please, for the sake of comfort of all passengers, open up the toilets on the buses. I often travel from Zagreb to Pula and the bathroom is either locked or it is broken and therefore locked. This is especially an imperative for older passengers, such as myself; and, it would be most reassuring to know that one does not have to practice deep breathing exercises before reaching a rest stop. The Zagreb to Pula route has only one or two rest stops at the most. That is fine for the 3 hour and 20 minute journey, but not for the 5 hour trek. I suspect that the bus companies are trying to cut corners, so as to not incur the modest expense of maintaining the toilets. Shameful. However, my driver on the Nomago 12:25 pm September 28th journey from Zagreb to Pula was courteous, competent and not at all like the usual nicotine-addicted, surly and rude Croatian drivers; those who also love to play bad Croatian music very loud on the speakers. Right guess: he was a foreign worker.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Nomago, Sep 24, 2024
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Anonymous
Late late late. The bus arrived one hour late. That was completely avoidable. For no reason it departed 15 minutes late and spent unnecessarily extra time on the stops along the way.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Aug 10, 2024
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Anonymous
I should just have flown. Look, it was fine. The bus was clean, there was aircon (which made a nice change from the majority of the trains) and the driver seemed safe. It got the job done. The seats are incredibly cramped and I wasn't even able to open a laptop on my lap. I'd hoped to work while on the trip but it wasn't possible with the depth between seats. I also booked this option from the site because it was a shorter ride than some of the other buses to this destination. Unfortunately it took nearly double the time stated due to traffic. I realise this ain't the fault of the bus or company, but it would have been nice to have realistic expectations of the duration of this journey to better decide between the bus or plane.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Nomago, Jul 21, 2024
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Anonymous
Bus was clean. Very uncomfortable seats with virtually no leg room. As a tall woman I barely had space to sit let alone comfortably. I had to either have my legs in the aisle or shoved into the seat behind me. We left Zagreb on time; we were supposed to arrive in Pula at 3:50 PM. We arrived almost 2 hours past the stated time with no explanations or updates from the driver about the delay. I had to use my maps app to see how far away we were. Overall unlikely to book with this company again.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Jul 8, 2024
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Anonymous
We were late for more than an hour. Thats more than 30% of the whole trip.
Zagreb to Pula, Bus Standard AC, Brioni Pula (Brioni Pula), Jun 28, 2024
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Zagreb to Pula Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
GoOpti
Standard AC
00:00
03:45
$355.56
GoOpti
Standard AC
00:35
04:25
$440.52
GoOpti
Standard AC
01:00
04:45
$355.56
GoOpti
Standard AC
02:00
05:45
$354.48
GoOpti
Standard AC
03:00
06:45
$354.48
GoOpti
Standard AC
04:00
07:45
$354.48
GoOpti
Standard AC
05:00
08:45
$354.48
Nomago
Standard AC
06:00
10:30
$30.72
  4.0
Autotrans by Arriva
Standard AC
06:30
10:42
$26.23
GoOpti
Standard AC
07:00
10:45
$354.48
Autotrans by Arriva
Standard AC
07:30
12:35
$29.98
Autotrans by Arriva
Standard AC
07:55
10:55
$24.95
GoOpti
Standard AC
08:15
11:55
$406.43
GoOpti
Standard AC
09:00
12:45
$354.48
GoOpti
Standard AC
09:30
14:15
$423.75
GoOpti
Standard AC
10:00
13:45
$354.48
GoOpti
Standard AC
11:00
14:45
$354.48
Nomago
Standard AC
11:30
16:45
$27.51
  4.0
GoOpti
Standard AC
12:00
15:45
$355.01
Nomago
Standard AC
12:25
15:50
$32.11
  4.0

How to get from Zagreb to Pula by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Zagreb to Pula by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Zagreb to Pula a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How far is Zagreb from Pula?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 267 km between Zagreb and Pula.

How long does it take to get from Zagreb to Pula by bus?

Buses normally need between 3h 25m and 5h 15m hours to get to Pula from Zagreb. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, Fils offers the fastest service. Nomago buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

How much does it cost to get from Zagreb to Pula by bus?

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Zagreb and Pula remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Nomago and costs USD 27.93. A Nomago's ticket will set you back USD 27.93 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

  • If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
  • VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
  • Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
  • If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
  • Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
  • To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
  • As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
  • Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
  • If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.

Transportation from Zagreb to Pula

Facts about the bus from Zagreb to Pula

Cheapest Bus$28
Fastest Bus3h 25m
Earliest Bus6:00 ص
Latest Bus7:00 م
Daily Bus Routes19
Distance267 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAutotrans by Arriva, Brioni Pula, Fils, Fils Pula, Nomago