Airport Hubs:
SPU → Diocletian's Palace & Split Ferry Port Updated for 2026

How to Get from Split Airport (SPU) to Split Old Town & Ferry Port

Distance 24 km
Fastest 25 min
From €2.50 - €10.00 (~$2.75 - $11.00)
Top Pick Platanus Official Airport Shuttle Bus
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Split Airport (SPU / Resnik) is located 24 km west of historic Split near Trogir. The most convenient and popular option is the Platanus Official Airport Shuttle Bus (which succeeded Pleso Prijevoz as the official airport line), leaving 30 minutes after flight arrivals, delivering passengers directly to Split Central Bus Station & Ferry Port in 30 minutes for €9.00 - €10.00 (€15 return). Alternatively, local Promet Bus Line 37 costs €2.50 (takes 50 min). An Uber or official taxi takes 25 to 30 minutes and costs €35 - €48 (~$38 - $52 USD).

Split is Dalmatia's vibrant maritime capital, centered around the 1,700-year-old living Roman UNESCO fortress of Diocletian's Palace and the bustling ferry port connecting to Hvar, Brač, and Korčula.

All Transfer Options Compared (2026 Fares)

Transport Option Typical Time 2026 Fare Frequency Best For Booking / Info
Platanus Official Airport Shuttle Bus Best Overall
30–35 min
€9.00 - €10.00
~$9.80 - $11.00 / €9.00 - €10.00
 Every flight arrival (approx. 20-30 min) All travelers, island-hoppers catching ferries, and light packers Book Split Island Ferry & Boat Tours
Uber / Bolt / Official Airport Taxi Fastest
25–30 min
€35 - €48
~$38.00 - $52.00 / €35.00 - €48.00
 On demand (2-5 min) Families, travelers with heavy luggage, and tight ferry connections Book Split Airport Private Transfer

Detailed Step-by-Step Transfer Options

Option #1 Best Overall

Platanus Official Airport Shuttle Bus

€9.00 - €10.00 ~$9.80 - $11.00 / €9.00 - €10.00
Travel time 30–35 min
Frequency Every flight arrival (approx. 20-30 min)
Operating hours Coordinates with all flight arrivals
Where to buy tickets Purchase ticket directly from the driver or online via Platanus.
Main advantage: Direct express run straight to Split Ferry Port and Old Town; timed to flight landings.
Keep in mind: Can fill quickly during peak summer flight arrivals; requires 10 min boarding queue.

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Exit the main terminal doors and walk directly to the bus platform.
  2. Purchase your €9-€10 ticket from the driver (card or cash accepted).
  3. Alight at Split Bus Station, right next to the island ferry piers.
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Option #2 Fastest

Uber / Bolt / Official Airport Taxi

€35 - €48 ~$38.00 - $52.00 / €35.00 - €48.00
Travel time 25–30 min
Frequency On demand (2-5 min)
Operating hours 24/7 continuous
Where to buy tickets Request via the Uber or Bolt app or take an official taxi from the rank.
Main advantage: Fastest door-to-door transit; air-conditioned private vehicle direct to your hotel.
Keep in mind: Higher cost than the shuttle; summer coastal traffic can add 10-15 minutes.

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Open the Uber/Bolt app or walk to the designated airport taxi stand.
  2. Confirm the destination near the Old Town pedestrian perimeter (e.g., Riva Promenade).
  3. Enjoy the coastal highway ride into central Split.
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Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Uber / Bolt pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.

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Tickets, Luggage & Late-Night Arrivals

How Tickets & Payments Work

Platanus shuttle tickets (€9-€10) can be bought directly from the driver upon boarding (cash/card) or online at the Platanus / airport shuttle booking platform.

Traveling with Suitcases

The shuttle coach features large luggage storage underneath; local bus 37 is a city commuter bus with minimal luggage space.

Arriving After Midnight

Platanus shuttle coaches coordinate with all incoming commercial flights, even delayed ones. Uber and licensed taxis operate outside the terminal 24/7.

Common Mistakes & Airport Scams to Avoid

  • Taking local Bus 37 with bulky suitcases—it makes over 30 stops along the coastal road and gets crowded with local commuters.
  • Paying rogue taxi drivers who quote €70-€100; Uber or Bolt in Split provides transparent, regulated fares around €35-€45.
  • During peak July-August season, uncredentialed taxi drivers target ferry travelers; use Uber, Bolt, or the official Pleso Prijevoz airport coach directly outside the doors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where does the airport shuttle drop off in Split?

The shuttle terminates at Split Main Bus Station (Autobusni Kolodvor), which is directly adjacent to the Jadrolinija island ferry docks and a 3-minute walk to Diocletian's Palace.

Can I visit Trogir from Split Airport?

Yes, Trogir is only 5 km west of the airport; Promet Bus 37 takes just 10 minutes (€2.50) to reach historic Trogir.