How to Book Train Travel From Zagreb to Split

Croatia's railway is not vastly extensive, yet it provides travelers with a secure and relaxing means of enjoyable alternate transportation in comparison to riding the bus or driving. Read on to learn how to book train travel from Zagreb to Split.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Computer With Internet Access

Book Your Train Travel From Zagreb to Split

1. Book a Eurail Pass online. There are a multitude of Eurail passes to choose from, but the one most specific to travel between Zagreb and Split is a Eurail Regional Pass that covers Austria, Slovenia and Croatia. See the Resources section below for a link to Eurail. You can also book train travel from Zagreb to Split by calling Rail Europe at (888) 382-RAIL or by visiting the link below.

2. Take your kids. You can book a Eurail Regional Pass that includes a child who will be traveling with you. In general, children under the age of three enjoy free train travel, while children ages four to 11 travel at half the rate of adult fares.

3. Validate your ticket before boarding the train. You must validate your ticket each time you get on the train--failure to do so can result in heavy fines.

Plan Your Transportation to Explore Split

4. Catch a ferry with the coastal ferry service of Split that operates lines from Split to the northern regions up to Rijeka and the southern regions ending at Dubrovnik. During the summer months, ferry service is open from Split to Ancona located in Italy.

5. Grab a flight to additional international cities such as London or Rome from the Split airport. The airport also services flights to Zagreb as an alternative method to train travel between the two cities.

6. Locate a car rental counter at the Split train station to continue your trip or to explore Split at your convenience.

Revel in the Historical and Cultural Highlights of Split

7. Explore the Diokletian Palace. The well-preserved Roman palace is located in the heart of Split and is the most significant historical monument of the city.

8. Take a walk along the Split beaches, known for their high-quality and cleanliness. Slide your shoes off, feel the sand between your toes and take a deep breath of crisp Split air, reveling in your trip to Croatia.

9. Visit the local museums and partake in annual festivals. Investigate the Archaeological Museum of Split or the Split Art Gallery for extensive insight to the Croatian culture. You can also enjoy the annual Split Film Festival featuring studio releases, independent films and videos.