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Pula to Istria Coach Timetable

Coach from Pula to Istria: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Pula to Istria. Traveling by coach from Pula to Istria usually takes around one hour and one minute, but the fastest Autotrans by Arriva coach can make the trip in 34 minutes.

Distance14 mi (22 km)
Shortest duration0h 34m
Cheapest price£5.93
Trips per day5
Most frequent serviceAutotrans by Arriva
Coach lines1

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What coach companies travel from Pula to Istria?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Pula to Istria. Autotrans by Arriva connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Autotrans by Arriva51h 2m£7.34
  • Autotrans by Arriva is the largest bus company in Croatia, with intercity services connecting many of Croatia's most popular destinations. It also operates international services to several countries in Europe, including Italy, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Germany. For trouble-free bookings with Autotrans by Arriva, look no further than Wanderu!

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Pula to Istria

The coach takes an average of one hour and one minute to cover the 14 miles from Pula to Istria. However, the fastest coach only takes 34 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Pula to Istria for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Istria, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 07:00. To see the times for all coaches from Pula to Istria, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Pula to Istria every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Pula to Istria without transferring.

City Information

Pula

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Situated at the southern tip of the Istrian peninsula, Pula is the largest city in Croatia's Istria County. Known for its Roman monuments and many summertime festivals, Pula is a vibrant coastal town with much to explore.

The most renowned attraction in Pula is the Roman Amphitheater. Once home to gladiatorial battles over 2,000 years ago, the amphitheatre now stages many annual festivals and live concerts. The Roman Temple of Augustus also still stands in the city, and the small adjoining museum houses various stone carvings and relics from the 1st century.

For a taste of local life, visit the lively Pula Market. With around 60 stalls selling local fresh fish, meat, vegetables, and everything in between, the market is a great place to take a stroll and get to know the locals.

A trip to Pula would be incomplete without visiting one of its exceptionally scenic nearby beaches. One of the most popular is the Verudela peninsula, which can be easily accessed by bus from the city. Spend the day relaxing on the shingle beach in front of clear blue waters, or take shelter from the sun at Aquarium Pula.

Since the city is a popular destination, transport to Pula is well-established. Pula Airport welcomes many daily flights from various European cities. The sizable coach station allows for coach access from many points across Europe, and the train station provides routes to several major towns across Istria and Slovenia.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Pula?

Main departure station: Bus Station

Pula coach station is the main coach terminal in the popular tourist city of Pula, Croatia. The area is well connected, and buses run to destinations across the country. Buses regularly service outside the country to Sarajevo, Ljubljana, and Trieste. Additionally, FlixBus runs services to Zagreb, Split, and Zadar. The coach terminal has a large, open-air covered waiting area, and a small bakery is directly next to the station. The station is fairly centrally located, just a short distance from the city centre and the seafront, where you can find more restaurants, cafes, and hotels.

All coach stations in Pula:

  • Bus Station

Where does the coach arrive in Istria?

Main arrival station: Ž5077 1

Coaches arrive in Istria at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Istria:

  • Ž5077 1

  • Lim Canal

  • Karigador

  • Dajla Hotel Aurora

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