Cities Near Zadar
Cities near Zadar, HR: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Bihać, Split, Pula. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Zadar, HR is Bihać, about 58 mi (93 km) away — roughly 1 hr 44 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bihać | 58 mi / 93 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Split | 74 mi / 119 km | 1 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Pula | 85 mi / 138 km | 1 hr 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rijeka | 92 mi / 148 km | 2 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Ancona | 93 mi / 150 km | 2 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Banja Luka | 107 mi / 173 km | 2 hr 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Pesaro | 116 mi / 186 km | 2 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Zagreb | 123 mi / 198 km | 2 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Pescara | 126 mi / 202 km | 2 hr 55 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Trieste | 127 mi / 205 km | 2 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
Day trips from Zadar
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Bihać, Split, Pula, Rijeka, Ancona. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Zadar
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Banja Luka, Pesaro, Zagreb, Pescara, Trieste. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Zadar include Bihać, Split, Pula, Rijeka, Ancona. The closest is Bihać, about 58 miles (93 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.