Dubrovnik’s main bus station in Gruž is the hub for intercity and international buses, with connections to the Old Town, Lapad, Babin Kuk and Dubrovnik Airport. The station and Dubrovnik ferry port are in the same Gruž transport district, making bus-to-ferry connections practical if you allow time to walk between them.
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station: quick facts
- Address: Obala pape Ivana Pavla II 44A, 20000 Dubrovnik
- Neighbourhood: Gruž
- Distance to Old Town (Pile Gate): around 3 km; travel time depends heavily on traffic
- Station hours: daily 06:30-22:00 (breaks 09:00-09:30 and 16:00-16:30)
- Info & ticket office: +385 60 305 070
- Email:
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- GPS: 42.662942, 18.083464
- Local bus help: Use the Dubrovnik city bus map to check the best connection between Gruž and the Old Town, Lapad or Babin Kuk.
- Airport connection: The Dubrovnik Airport shuttle bus connects the main bus station with Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković Airport.
Where is Dubrovnik Main Bus Station?
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station (Autobusni kolodvor Dubrovnik) is in Gruž, the city’s main transport district, at Obala pape Ivana Pavla II 44A. The Gruž ferry terminal is in the same harbour area, with the exact walking distance depending on your ferry berth. As a general guide, the main ferry-port area is around 500 metres from the bus station.
This makes Gruž convenient if you are combining an intercity bus with a ferry. Use our Dubrovnik ferry port guide for boarding information and our Dubrovnik ferries guide to plan island and coastal routes.
If you are arriving by car and need somewhere to leave it before travelling onward, see our Dubrovnik parking guide for current options around Gruž and the rest of the city.
How to get to Dubrovnik Main Bus Station
The station is a short drive from Dubrovnik Old Town and within walking distance of much of the Gruž harbour area. Local bus routes can change or be temporarily diverted, so use the current Dubrovnik city bus map rather than relying only on an old route number.
From Old Town and Pile Gate
Pile Gate is Dubrovnik’s main public-transport interchange beside the Old Town. Several Libertas services run between Pile and the wider Gruž area; check the current timetable and stop map for the quickest connection to the bus station on your travel day.
A taxi or Bolt is useful if you have heavy luggage or are travelling when traffic is light. During summer, allow extra time because the roads between Pile and Gruž can become congested.
From Lapad and Babin Kuk
Lapad and Babin Kuk are well connected with the wider Gruž and Kantafig area. Line 7 runs between Kantafig and Babin Kuk, while other routes connect the hotel areas with Pile. Your best option depends on the exact accommodation and time of day, so check the current city bus map before leaving.
From Gruž ferry port
If you are connecting from a ferry, walking is usually the simplest option. Follow the harbour road towards the main bus station and allow extra time if you have luggage. The exact distance depends on the berth used by your ferry or catamaran.
Taxi, Bolt and private transfers
Taxi and Bolt are convenient for direct transfers with heavy luggage, early departures or late arrivals. In summer, build in extra time around Gruž because ferry, cruise and road traffic can all affect journey times.
Local buses and tickets in Dubrovnik
Libertas operates Dubrovnik’s city bus network. Routes serving Gruž connect the station area with Pile, Lapad, Babin Kuk and other parts of Dubrovnik, while line 3A directly includes the main bus station (A. kolodvor) on its route.
Current Libertas city fares include:
- Ticket bought on the bus: €2.50 for one ride
- 1-hour ticket: €1.73, valid for 60 minutes from first validation
- Daily ticket: €5.31, valid for 24 hours from first validation
- Three-day ticket: €11.95, valid for 72 hours from first validation
- Two-ride ticket: €3.19; each ride is valid for 30 minutes
Always validate the ticket as required when boarding. For current routes, stops and service changes, use our Dubrovnik city bus map. For Cavtat and destinations outside the city network, use the Dubrovnik suburban bus map.
Tickets, timetables and departures
Check departures and arrivals
The most reliable place to confirm your departure time, carrier, platform and last-minute changes is the official Dubrovnik Bus Station website. Use the official departures and arrivals search and check again on the day of travel.
International services can also be affected by border traffic, particularly on busy summer travel days, so avoid planning very tight onward connections.
Buying tickets at the station
Tickets can be bought at the station ticket office in Gruž. Arrive with enough time to buy or collect your ticket, check the platform and deal with luggage before boarding. The station information number is +385 60 305 070 and the email address is
Buying tickets online
The official station website allows online ticket purchases for departures that are at least 2 hours away. If a departure is closer than that, the online “Buy” option is not displayed.
After payment, a confirmation and barcode coupon are sent by email. The official station instructions currently require passengers to collect the actual ticket from the station ticket office no later than 30 minutes before departure, so do not assume the emailed barcode alone replaces the station ticket.
Dubrovnik intercity and international bus timetables and tickets
For popular intercity and international routes, booking in advance can be useful during the main summer season. Check the operator and departure conditions carefully, particularly for cross-border journeys.
To check schedules and compare operators, you can use this tool to search bus routes and tickets:
Search bus routesFacilities and services at Dubrovnik Main Bus Station
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station is a compact terminal rather than a large transport complex, but it provides the main services needed before departure. Gruž also has plenty of shops, cafés and other everyday services within walking distance.
- Ticket and information office: for ticket sales, collections, platform information and departure questions.
- Luggage storage: staffed storage inside the station, open during the published storage hours.
- Waiting and platform area: covered areas provide some shelter while waiting for departure.
- Toilets: available at the station.
- Taxi access: useful for direct hotel or Old Town transfers with luggage.
- Nearby shops and cafés: additional food, drinks and travel supplies are available around the Gruž harbour area.
Luggage storage at Dubrovnik bus station
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station has staffed luggage storage (garderoba) inside the station building. It is useful if you arrive before accommodation check-in, have a late departure or want to spend a few hours in Dubrovnik without carrying your bags.
- Opening hours: daily 06:30-22:00
- Price: €1 per started hour
- How it works: hand over your luggage and keep the receipt or tag needed for collection
- Liability: the station currently states a maximum guaranteed baggage-claim value of €66.36
- Practical tip: keep passports, money, medication, electronics and other valuable items with you
The storage price and conditions can change, so check the official station information if luggage storage is an important part of your travel plan.
Dubrovnik Airport connections from the bus station
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station is one of the main city transfer points for Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković Airport. The dedicated Platanus airport shuttle is the simplest option for most visitors, while Libertas also operates public bus services to the airport.
Airport shuttle bus
The Dubrovnik Airport shuttle bus connects the main bus station with the airport. Services from the airport are coordinated with flight arrivals, while departures from Dubrovnik operate according to the published airport-shuttle timetable.
The airport-to-Gruž journey is typically around 35 minutes in normal traffic but can take longer during the busy summer season. For current fares, exact stops and departure times, use our dedicated airport shuttle guide and confirm the latest timetable before travel.
Public bus options
Dubrovnik Airport currently lists Libertas lines 11, 27 and 38 as public bus services operating to and from the airport. They are less frequent than the dedicated shuttle and require more timetable planning.
For wider regional services, use the Dubrovnik suburban bus map.
Practical tips for a smooth departure
- Arrive with a sensible buffer: allow time to find the platform, deal with luggage and collect a ticket if required.
- Re-check your departure: use the official departures and arrivals search on your travel day.
- Allow extra time in summer: traffic around Gruž can become slow when road, cruise and ferry traffic overlap.
- Allow walking time for ferry connections: the bus and ferry terminals are in the same Gruž district but are not the same terminal. Use the Dubrovnik ferry port guide for your exact ferry boarding area.
- Have travel documents ready: international buses to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Albania involve border formalities.
- Check operator luggage conditions: luggage rules and any hold-baggage charges can vary between bus companies.
- Plan your city transfer before arrival: use the Dubrovnik city bus map if you are continuing to the Old Town, Lapad or Babin Kuk.
Nearby essentials in Gruž
The bus station is in a busy part of Gruž rather than an isolated terminal area. Supermarkets, cafés, ATMs and other everyday services are available within a short walk, which is useful if you have time between connections.
- Supermarkets and small shops: useful for water, snacks and travel supplies before a longer journey.
- Gruž Market: a useful nearby stop for fresh fruit, local produce and other food.
- Cafés and quick meals: several options are available around the harbour road and nearby streets.
- Ferry connections: use our Dubrovnik ferries guide if your onward journey continues by sea.
Related Dubrovnik transport guides
- Dubrovnik city bus map - local routes between Gruž, Pile, Lapad, Babin Kuk and other city areas.
- Dubrovnik suburban bus map - regional routes beyond the city.
- Dubrovnik Airport - airport transport and arrival information.
- Dubrovnik Airport shuttle bus - current shuttle stops, fares and practical details.
- Dubrovnik ferries - island and coastal routes from Gruž.
- Dubrovnik ferry port - boarding locations and practical ferry-terminal information.
- Parking in Dubrovnik - parking options if you arrive in Gruž by car.
FAQ: Dubrovnik Main Bus Station
What is the address of Dubrovnik Main Bus Station?
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station is at Obala pape Ivana Pavla II 44A, 20000 Dubrovnik, in the Gruž harbour district.
How far is Dubrovnik bus station from the Old Town?
Dubrovnik Main Bus Station is around 3 km from Pile Gate, the main entrance to the Old Town. Journey time varies with traffic and can be considerably longer during busy summer periods.
Which local bus goes between the bus station and Pile Gate?
Several Libertas routes serve the wider Gruž area and connect with Pile. Routes and stops can change, so use the current Dubrovnik city bus map and Libertas timetable to choose the best connection for your travel time rather than relying on a single route number.
Is there luggage storage at Dubrovnik bus station and how much does it cost?
Yes. Dubrovnik Main Bus Station has staffed luggage storage open daily 06:30-22:00. The current published price is €1 per started hour.
Should I buy tickets at the station or book online?
For popular routes and summer travel dates, booking ahead can be useful. The official station website allows online purchases for departures at least 2 hours away, and the ticket must currently be collected from the station ticket office no later than 30 minutes before departure. Tickets can also be bought at the station.
Does the airport shuttle stop at the main bus station?
Yes. The Platanus airport shuttle connects Dubrovnik Main Bus Station with Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković Airport. Check the current shuttle timetable and fare before travel because departures and prices can change.
How early should I arrive for international buses?
Allow extra time, particularly during the main summer season. Cross-border buses can be affected by passport checks, border queues and road traffic, so avoid tight onward connections and re-check your departure before travelling to the station.