Town in Split-Dalmatia, Croatia
Getting around Makarska
How to get around Makarska
The center is walkable. Buses run along the coast to Split and Dubrovnik; Jadrolinija ferries cross to Sumartin on Brač. A car helps for Biokovo and the villages.
Ways to get around Makarska
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Intercity bus | About 7–12 EUR to Split, 12–20 EUR to Dubrovnik | Split about 1.25–1.5 h; many departures in summer |
| Ferry to Sumartin (Brač) | About 4–7 EUR on foot | Jadrolinija; seasonal, check summer timetable |
| Local taxi | About 8–14 EUR for short rides | Order by phone or ask your host |
Taxis in Makarska
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No reliable ride apps; use local taxis or ask your host. Order late-night rides before the bars close.
Arriving in Makarska
Split Airport (SPU)
Bus to Split then Makarska about 10–15 EUR, 1.5–2 h; pre-booked transfer or taxi about 70–100 EUR, 1 h.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rarely needed in town; rented about 30–50 EUR a day for Biokovo coves, with narrow roads.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are valid. Most other licences work for short stays; carry an IDP if yours isn't in Latin script.
- Onward travel in Croatia: Buses are the backbone (Zagreb–Split about 5 hours); trains are slow and limited. Jadrolinija and private catamarans serve the islands; book summer sailings early.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Makarska?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No reliable ride apps; use local taxis or ask your host. Order late-night rides before the bars close.
What's the best way to get around Makarska?
The center is walkable. Buses run along the coast to Split and Dubrovnik; Jadrolinija ferries cross to Sumartin on Brač. A car helps for Biokovo and the villages.
How do I get from the airport to Makarska?
Bus to Split then Makarska about 10–15 EUR, 1.5–2 h; pre-booked transfer or taxi about 70–100 EUR, 1 h.
Is Makarska walkable?
Walkable center.
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