Split to Podgorica by bus
Podgorica lies 259 km (161 mi) south-east of Split, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h 53 min including stops, over roughly 315 km (196 mi) of road.
| Split | Podgorica | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Croatia | Montenegro |
| Population | 149,830 | 236,852 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 49 m (161 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zagreb) | UTC+2 (Europe/Podgorica) |
What changes when you arrive in Podgorica
Crossing from Croatia into Montenegro: the dialling code becomes +382; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Where to book buses from Split to Podgorica
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Staying in Podgorica
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Common questions
How far is Podgorica from Split?
259 km (161 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Split; by road roughly 315 km (196 mi).
How long does it take to get from Split to Podgorica by bus?
About 4 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Split and Podgorica?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Podgorica?
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.