Split Airport to Split City Centre: Shuttle, Times and Fares (2026)
Split Airport sits outside the city, so most visitors need a bus or a car for the last leg into town, to the ferry port or to the Old Town. This guide covers the official airport shuttle, what the ticket includes, and when a pre-booked private transfer is the simpler choice.
Quick answer
The official Platanus airport shuttle runs from Split Airport (SPU) direct to Split's main bus station, a journey of about 30 minutes. It leaves roughly 30 minutes after each arriving flight, from the first flight to the last. A one-way ticket is EUR 10 and a return EUR 15; children under 6 travel free (operator prices, checked 25 October 2026).
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How does the Split Airport shuttle work?
Platanus describes itself as the official, licensed airport shuttle operator for Split Airport. From the airport, buses do not run to a fixed clock timetable: each one leaves about 30 minutes after a flight arrives, from the first arrival of the day to the last, every day. The operator warns that departure times are approximate and that flight schedules can change in the pre-season (April to May) and post-season (October to December), so check its timetable before you fly.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| One-way ticket | EUR 10 |
| Return ticket | EUR 15 (the operator's ticket shop lists it as valid for 15 days) |
| Children | Under 6 travel free |
| Journey time | About 30 minutes to Split main bus station, depending on traffic |
| Departures from the airport | About 30 minutes after each arriving flight |
| Where to board | Parking Zone P1, in front of the arrivals exit |
Where does the shuttle stop in Split?
The operator says the shuttle is a direct line with no stops on the way: it goes from the airport to the main bus station in Split. The bus station is next to the train station and the ferry port, and the operator puts it about a 5-minute walk from the Old Town, which makes the shuttle useful if you are continuing to islands such as Hvar, Brac or Solta.
What if your flight is late?
A one-way ticket is valid for any departure on your day of travel, so if you miss the bus after landing you can take the next one. Tickets can be booked online in advance, which the operator recommends in the summer peak, or bought at its stand beside the bus at the airport.
When is a private transfer the better choice?
The shuttle ends at the bus station. If your accommodation is elsewhere, you are travelling as a group or family with a lot of luggage, or you land late and want a fixed price agreed before you travel, a pre-booked private transfer takes you door to door. You see the price and terms on the partner's site before you pay. Hiring a car at the airport is the other option if you plan to explore the Dalmatian coast.
Sources
- Platanus: Split Airport shuttle bus (official operator), checked 25 October 2026
- Platanus online ticket shop (fares and return validity), checked 25 October 2026