Getting from Split Airport to Split, Trogir, and the Dalmatian Coast

Split Airport (officially Resnik Airport) is 24 km west of Split city center, near the town of Kaštela. The drive to Split takes around 25-35 minutes. Airport bus line 37 connects the airport to the city bus terminal — 2 EUR bought online, at a kiosk, or at the ticket window, or 4 EUR paid to the driver (Promet Split's official tariff, effective 1 June 2026) — and runs every 20-30 minutes. Taxis are metered with a fixed airport starting rate, and pre-booked transfers quote a fixed price at booking; neither is a regulated flat fare, so get a quote or agree the price before you set off. Trogir is only 6 km from the airport, one of the shortest taxi rides in the region — confirm the current fare with the driver or your transfer provider. There is no rail connection. Croatia uses the Euro.

Split Airport has a relatively modern terminal that was expanded ahead of the Croatian tourism boom. It handles summer crowds adequately, though arrival halls get busy when several flights land close together during July and August.

EU and Schengen passport holders pass through quickly. Croatia joined the Schengen Area in 2023, so arrivals from other Schengen countries face no passport control. Non-EU travelers should allow 15-25 minutes during peak season.

Baggage claim is straightforward. Once through arrivals you enter a hall with car rental desks, an ATM, a small cafe, and a tourist information counter. The exit leads directly to the pickup and transport area outside.

Bus line 37 is the budget standard. It runs directly between the airport and Split bus terminal (autobusni kolodvor), which is centrally located near the ferry port and Diocletian's Palace. The fare is 2 EUR bought online, at a kiosk, or at the ticket window, or 4 EUR paid to the driver (Promet Split's official tariff for the Split–Kaštela zone, effective 1 June 2026). Frequency is every 20-30 minutes during the day, with less frequency early morning and late evening. The journey takes about 35-40 minutes including stops.

The downside: it drops you at the bus terminal, not your hotel. With heavy luggage, you then need to navigate Split on foot or take a local bus or taxi for the last stretch.

Taxis queue outside the terminal. Fares are metered with a fixed airport starting rate — Promet Split's published fares only cover the public bus network, so there is no single official taxi rate card to point to. Ask the driver for an estimate to your destination, or agree the fare, before you set off. The cars are air-conditioned and modern.

Pre-booked private transfers offer a driver in arrivals holding your name, going directly to your accommodation. The price is fixed and shown at the time of booking, so you can compare it against a taxi estimate before committing.

Trogir note: Trogir is exceptional value from this airport — at just 6 km away it is one of the shortest and cheapest taxi rides in the area. Confirm the current fare with the driver or your transfer provider before you travel. If you are staying in Trogir or its islands, Split Airport is an excellent gateway.

Rental cars are available at the terminal. Driving in Split itself is not recommended — the Old Town (Diocletian's Palace area) is largely car-free, and parking is expensive and limited. However, for exploring the Dalmatian islands, national parks, and coastal villages, a car is very useful.

To Split city center / Old Town (24 km): 2-4 EUR by bus 37 (Promet Split tariff, depending on how you buy the ticket); taxi and transfer fares are not fixed by any regulator, so get a quote before you travel.

To Trogir (6 km): one of the cheapest airport-to-destination trips in Croatia by taxi or transfer, given the short distance — confirm the fare with the driver or provider.

To Kaštela / Solin (10-15 km), Makarska (65 km), Omiš (35 km), the Hvar ferry port in Split (26 km), Šibenik (80 km), and Dubrovnik (230 km): no bus service covers these routes, and taxi/transfer pricing is not publicly regulated. Get a fixed quote from your transfer provider, or ask a taxi driver for an estimate, before departure. For the longest routes (Šibenik, Dubrovnik) most travelers fly or take an intercity bus instead of a taxi.

Hvar is an island, so there is no direct road transfer. The standard route from Split Airport goes like this:

1. Take a transfer or taxi to Split's Stari Grad ferry port (about 26 km from the airport, 30-40 minutes). 2. Take a car ferry to Stari Grad on Hvar island (about 2 hours). If you are a foot passenger, the faster catamaran to Hvar Town runs from Split's central ferry terminal.

Alternatively, book a door-to-ferry transfer that takes you directly to the appropriate port. Confirm whether you want the car ferry (Stari Grad) or the passenger catamaran (Hvar Town) when you book.

Journey time from plane landing to Hvar: allow 3-4 hours including the ferry, longer in peak summer when ferries fill up.

Summer flights into Split arrive until late evening, and some charter services land past midnight. The airport stays open for scheduled flights.

Bus line 37 has a reduced schedule in the evenings. For flights landing after 10 PM, check the specific timetable — the last bus may have departed. Do not assume the bus will be running for late arrivals without verifying.

Taxis are available after night flights, though fewer cars are waiting than during peak afternoon hours. For late arrivals, a pre-booked transfer is the most reliable option — the driver tracks your flight and is there regardless of delay.

Bus line 37 has luggage space but can get crowded in summer. With children and multiple large bags, it is not comfortable. A standard taxi or transfer is more practical for families.

Child car seats are not routinely provided by Croatian taxi drivers. If you need one, request it when pre-booking a transfer. Alternatively, bring a compact travel seat.

Split's Old Town (Diocletian's Palace area) involves stone streets and some steps. Hotel and apartment drop-offs in the historic center are typically near the edge of the pedestrian zone — expect a short walk with luggage.

For pre-booked transfers, drivers wait in the arrivals area just beyond the exit from baggage claim, holding name signs. The terminal is compact and easy to navigate.

The taxi rank is directly outside the terminal. During busy summer periods, an attendant manages the queue.

Bus line 37 departs from the clearly marked bus stop outside the terminal. Schedules are posted at the stop and available online.

Choose bus line 37 if: you are traveling solo or as a couple, you are heading to Split city center, you have manageable luggage, and you are arriving in the daytime.

Choose a taxi if: you want door-to-door service without pre-booking, you are in a group of up to three, and you do not want to deal with the bus schedule.

Choose a pre-booked transfer if: you are traveling with family, arriving late, going to Trogir or a coastal town, or want the simplest arrival possible with a confirmed price.

Choose a rental car if: you plan to explore the Dalmatian coast and interior — the roads outside Split are excellent and the scenery rewards having your own vehicle.