Split Airport (SPU) → Makarska transfer
The private transfer from Split Airport to Makarska is about 113 km and usually takes 98–123 minutes, with typical prices around €100–130 for a car and €120–160 for a minivan. The exact price is shown before you book.
- From
- Split Airport (SPU)
- To
- Makarska
- Distance
- 113 km
- Typical drive
- 98–123 min
Makarska is the main town of the riviera that carries its name, set on a bay at the foot of the Biokovo mountains, roughly halfway between Split and the Neretva delta.
How the drive to Makarska works
From the airport the car heads east past Kaštela and around Split, then joins the A1 motorway inland. Depending on traffic, the driver leaves the motorway at one of the exits serving the riviera and drops down through the mountains to the coast, or uses the coast road for the last stretch.
The mountain sections are winding and pass the hinterland villages of the Zagora. The coast road through Omiš and the riviera towns is scenic but slow in July and August, which is why the motorway is the usual choice.
Makarska town and where people stay
Makarska has a lively harbour promenade lined with cafés, a long pebble beach running west from the centre, and a busy summer evening scene. Hotels sit mostly along the beach, while apartments fill the streets behind the promenade and the slopes above the town.
The seafront and some central streets have restricted traffic, especially in the evening, so for addresses there the driver stops at the nearest accessible point. Neighbouring resorts such as Tučepi and Podgora are just beyond the town, so check that your accommodation is in Makarska itself.
Planning tips for a Makarska transfer
- Hikers and Biokovo visitors
- If you plan to hike in the Biokovo Nature Park, pack boots and poles in your main luggage. There is no need to declare normal hiking gear.
- Groups and families
- For more than three passengers or lots of luggage, a minivan is the practical choice for a two-hour ride.
- Late arrivals
- Evening flights often have the calmest roads. The agreed price stays the same for night arrivals or delays.
Getting back to Split Airport from Makarska
With a drive of up to two hours, plan the pickup about four hours before your departure time in summer and three and a half hours outside the peak season. Saturday is the busiest day, when many holiday rentals on the riviera change guests and traffic towards Split builds up from mid-morning.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Split Airport to Makarska?
Usually 98–123 minutes for the 113 km. Summer Saturdays tend to be at the longer end.
How much does the transfer to Makarska cost?
Typical prices are around €100–130 for a car and €120–160 for a minivan. You see the exact price before booking.
Can the driver take me to Tučepi or Podgora instead?
Yes, these resorts are just south-east of Makarska. Enter the exact destination when booking so the price matches the address.
Is the road to Makarska difficult?
The motorway part is straightforward, while the descent to the coast has bends. Drivers on this route make the trip regularly.
Can I be dropped at the Makarska promenade?
Parts of the seafront have restricted access, especially in the evening. The driver will stop at the closest permitted point to your address.