Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Confusingly,asinglebusroutecanbeoperatedbyavarietyofdifferentcompanies,mak-
ing it difficult to find comprehensive schedules. These online-timetable sites are helpful:
www.autobusni-kolodvor.com
for Croatia and
www.ap-ljubljana.si
for Slovenia. For smal-
ler towns, the TI can also help you sort through your options. Get creative with checking
schedules:Ifyou'regoingfromasmalltowntoSplit,andthattowndoesn'thaveitsownon-
line timetable, try checking the “arrivals” schedules on the Split website (
www.ak-split.hr
)
instead. If your trip involves a connection at an intermediate station, don't be surprised if
it's difficult to get the schedule details for your onward journey. Be patient, and try calling
that town's TI (or the TI or bus station at your final destination) for details.
Prices vary among companies, even for identical journeys. For popular routes during
peak season, drop by the station to buy your ticket a few hours in advance—or even the
day before—to ensure getting a seat (ask the bus station ticket office or the local TI how far
ahead youshould arrive). Buses have some overhead bag storage onboard, but you'll likely
check your big bag under the bus (for the extra cost of about $2 per bag).
If you're headed south along the coast, sitting on the right side comes with substantially
better scenery (sit on the left for northbound buses). When choosing a seat, also take the
direction of the sun into consideration.
