Driving Tips in Croatia

Car Hire Depot information in Croatia

DriveAway Holidays offers the best rates and choices with reputable suppliers in Croatia. Our Suppliers are located throughout major cities of Croatia.

Car Hire Driving Distances in Croatia

• Dubrovnik to Split – 260 kms (4hrs/ 20mins)
• Split to Zagreb – 410 kms (4hrs)
• Zagreb to Rijeka – 170kms (2hrs/ 10mins)

Driving Licence

A full valid driver’s license is required for a minimum of 2 years. An International licence is required for Australian drivers licence holders.

Age Restrictions

Generally the minimum age is 18 years, but can vary between the car hire company and location. Maximum age limits apply in some locations, a young/senior driver surcharge may apply. Please check Terms and Conditions when making an enquiry or booking.

Rules and Regulations

General driving rules and regulations in Croatia;

• Driving is on the right hand side of the road.
• Vehicles are to overtake on the left hand side.
• Dipped headlights must be used at all times.
• Seat belts are mandatory by all passengers and driver.
• Public transport have priority.
• The use of mobile phones while driving is prohibited, with the exception of a hands-free system.
• Drivers are to carry all licence documents at all times while driving.

Child Safety Seats

Children under the age of 12 years old must be seated in the back seats of the vehicle. Children under 5 must also be seated in an appropriate restraint.

Speed Limits

Speed camera's, and mobile police unit are in force to catch speeding motorists, if caught heavy fines apply. Speed limits are as follows, unless signed otherwise;

• Urban Roads (built up areas): 40-50km/h
• Rural Roads (outside of town): 80-90km/h
• Expressways: 110km/h
• Motorways: 130km/h

Drink Driving

The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit in Croatia is 0.05g/100ml. Drivers under the age of 24 cannot exceed 0% BAC.

Tolls

A toll is payable on most motorways in Croatia. Payments can be made in cash either in Euro or Kuna or with major credit cards. Prices are determined on distance travelled, with exception on some motorways where a fixed price has be set.

Road Signs

Road Signs in Croatia adopts the standardization of the Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals which is used by many European countries, but with slight variance. Signs in Croatia are commonly in the countries local language however English is used on some city roads and state highways. Warning Signs are generally triangular in shape with a red border, white background and a symbol in the middle. Prohibitory Signs are signs which motorists must follow. These signs vary in shapes from a circle, octagon and a box. You will find these signs in either blue with a white symbol in the middle and white with a red border. Information Signs are indicated with a green background and white text for motorways and blue and white providing motorists with information.

Parking

Parking with the cities of Croatia are time-based and also metered. Cities such as Zagrab use a zone system where parking is separated into three zones. The red zone is the most expensive and is located within the proximity of the city. The yellow are green zones are less expensive but further away. Tickets are to purchased at a automated meter and be made visible on your vehicles dashboard. Vehicles without a ticket displayed or have overstayed their time limits risk having their vehicle's wheel clamped, which is quite costly to remove.

Visa Information

Visa, Passport and entry requirements for Australians visiting Croatia;

• Australian passport holders do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days. Contact the Croatian Consulate or Embassy for your state for special visa or stays longer than 90 days.
• A valid passport is required.
• A Return/Onward travel ticket/itinerary is required.

*Please note distances and time should only be used as a guide, and may vary according to the route taken.

Last Updated 27 May 2010