Banja Luka to Split by bus
Split lies 154 km (96 mi) south-west of Banja Luka, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 1 min including stops, over roughly 188 km (117 mi) of road.
| Banja Luka | Split | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Croatia |
| Population | 221,106 | 149,830 |
| Elevation | 151 m (495 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Sarajevo) | UTC+2 (Europe/Zagreb) |
What changes when you arrive in Split
Crossing from Bosnia and Herzegovina into Croatia: money changes from the Marka to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +385; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834.
Where to book buses from Banja Luka to Split
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Staying in Split
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Common questions
How far is Split from Banja Luka?
154 km (96 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Banja Luka; by road roughly 188 km (117 mi).
How long does it take to get from Banja Luka to Split by bus?
About 3 h 1 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Banja Luka and Split?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Split?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.