Private car transfer from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park

Door-to-door
in 2 h 50 min

From €61
per seat

Comfortable
car

One wayReturn

One way

Split

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2024

Excellent

Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Split.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 50 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

261 km
2 h 50 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park

How do I get from Split to Plitvice Lake?

The best way to get from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park is with a Daytrip private transfer. You'll reach this incredible UNESCO World Heritage site in under 3 hours without the hassle of car rental or public transport. Plus, you can sightsee en route!

How do I get from Plitvice Lakes National Park to Split Airport (SPU)?

The best way to get to Split Airport from Plitvice Lakes National Park is with a Daytrip private transfer. By avoiding public transport, you can eliminate travel-day stress and schedule a departure time that best suits you and your flight schedule.

Is Split or Zagreb closer to Plitvice Lakes?

Zagreb is somewhat closer to Plitvice Lakes (by about 70 miles, or 30 minutes to an hour in the car.) Travelers who want to see it all should consider a private transfer service because public transport routes tend to take a bit longer.

Is there a train from Split to Plitvice Lakes?

There is no direct train on this route. Travelers can take a train from Split to Zagreb and then take a bus to the lower lakes. For a faster route, choose a Daytrip private transfer and schedule the journey in advance with flexible online booking.

Can you visit Plitvice Lakes from Split without a car?

With Daytrip, it's easy to get from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park without a car. Your professional driver will transport you comfortably from door to door in a luxurious car. You can also be your own tour guide on the way with optional sightseeing.

Can you do a day trip from Split to Plitvice Lakes?

This is a great option for a day trip. With Daytrip's private car service, you'll receive comfortable and convenient round-trip transport with a friendly, professional driver. You can customize your meeting point for pickup and drop off and visit beautiful sights during the road trip to the lakes.

Visit these sights on the way

Klis Fortress

Although its television debut has made it well known, this ancient fortress is still a gem with plenty of space to wander. The City of Meereen from Game of Thrones

Trogir

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this little island is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe. The Stone Beauty

Sibenik

Unlike cities like Trogir and Hvar, which were founded by outside conquerors, the UNESCO-listed town of Sibenik is the oldest Croatian-founded settlement. The Oldest Adriatic Gem

Krka National Park

Overflowing with natural beauty, Croatia's seventh national park is also the only one where you can swim! Seven Stunning Scenes

Zadar

Inhabited for over two thousand years, Croatia's oldest city is one of the Mediterranean’s most historically interesting towns. Port of Plenty

Church of Croatian Martyrs at Udbina

Situated overlooking one of Croatia’s most scenic and historically-significant landscapes, this modern church offers a unique experience. Dedicated to History

Why travelers love this route

5,100+ reviews

4 reviews for this route
1,561 travelers took this route with us

Oct 16, 2021

Good transportation in Croatia / Bosnia & Herzogovina

“We recently booked four trips with Daytrip, utilizing 3 different drivers and a variety of vehicles. Our trips were in Croatia and Bosnia & Herzegovina as follows: Split to Lake Plitvice (stop in Krka), Plitvice to Split, Split to Mostar (stop in Pocitelj ) and Mostar to Dubrovnik (stops in Blagaj tekija Monastery and Tvrdos Monastery for a wine tour). The drivers were all very good: on time, friendly, spoke english, gave us interesting information and were easy to communicate with via text and email for coordination. The vehicles were clean and in good condition. We investigated renting a car and found that we would not use it while in each town / island (Hvar, Split, Plitvice, Mostar, Dubrovnik). Parking was a challenge and expensive. There were less ferry options if we took the car (and more expensive).”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler brokerdt1

brokerdt1

Oct 16, 2021

Nov 5, 2019

Day trip from Split, Croatia to Plitvice and Krka National Parks

“This is the second time we've used Daytrip and I'm sure it won't be the last. We enjoyed our trip very much. Scheduling was easy and as we got closer to our date it was also easy to make small changes to our itinerary. Our driver Milivoj T., picked us up on time, and was very friendly and knowledgeable about the areas we were going to. Thanks Daytrip!”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Jenblauw

Jenblauw

Nov 5, 2019

Oct 5, 2019

Excellent six point to point trips in the Balkans

“We were a party of 6 used Daytrip for six point to point trips ((Zagreb to Ljubljana, Ljubljana to Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park to Split, Split to Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik to Sarajevo, Sarajevo to Zagreb) in the Balkans over 2 weeks. All six drivers (Dario, Ziga, Damir, Mateo, Marko, and Tomislav) and vehicles were excellent in service and quality. A couple of the drivers went beyond their standard services and offered much guidance and knowledge on the local history, geography, culture, and places of interest during the road trips. Tomislav (Bugy) was rated the best driver. Highly recommend Daytrip where such service is available in other parts of the world.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler ajonestravel

ajonestravel

Oct 5, 2019

Jun 17, 2017

Great way to travel!

“A few weeks ago we travelled from Plitvice to Split in a private car with Slaven Dugec. It was a memorable trip through lovely scenery. He ensured that we were very comfortable in his Mercedes, which was immaculate. He drove well and answered all our questions about Croatia and its history. We stopped for coffee and photos at Skradin, and had lunch in Trogir. Would highly recommend this alternative to the bus.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Wendy K

Wendy K

Jun 17, 2017

Vehicle options for this trip

Most popular

Sedan

Comparable to aVolkswagen Passat

Passengers and luggage

Clean
Comfortable
Air conditioned
Handicapped accessible
Child seats
Pet friendly
Smoke-free

From €100 per seat

Best reviews

Luxury sedan

Comparable to aMercedes Benz E-class

Passengers and luggage

All standard sedan features
Luxurious vehicle
Chauffeur-style service
Extra amenities

From €228 per seat

The Daytrip driver advantage

Local knowledge about the route from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park
Including available sights:
English speaking*
All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.
Safety first!
We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.

World-class customer support

Available 24/7
Close relationship with drivers
Experts on the route from Split to Plitvice Lakes National Park

US +1 628 288 2020 UK +44 74 6040 2615 daytrip@daytrip.com

Flexible cancellation policy

Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!

Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

Daytrip is a platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door, from one city to the next. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.

All Daytrip bookings are one way. If you need a return trip on a different date, simply book this as a separate one-way trip. For a same-day excursion, please request a custom trip. If you plan to stay more than a couple hours, we still recommend booking two one way trips so you're not paying a driver for waiting.

For Daytrip’s private service, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure. For the Daytrip Pool shared shuttle, we offer 3 ticket options when booking: Non-refundable, Flexible with cancellations 24-hours before departure, and Super-flexible with cancellations up to 15-minutes before departure. While you can cancel your booking for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance, changes requested under 36 hours are subject to driver availability, especially in the high season.

Simply choose your origin and destination via our homepage and enter your departure date and time. Browse and add sightseeing stops along the way by following the booking instructions provided on screen. It's a simple, easy, and fun way to book your next adventure! And if you don’t see your desired route on our website, you can request a custom trip. You can even book without knowing your exact pick-up or drop-off address - we let you add these later!

Each passenger is allowed one large bag (29" x 21" x 11" / 74 x 53 x 28 cm) and one small bag (22" x 14" x 9" / 56 x 36 x 23 cm). Luxury sedans can only accommodate 2 large bags. We always send the vehicle that is the best fit for you and your luggage, so make sure to select the actual amount of luggage you are traveling with when booking. If you have oversized luggage, or are unsure if your luggage will fit, contact us.

Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.

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