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Trains in Croatia ontime performance

  • July 26, 2021
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Hello,

So quick question I was wondering if trains in Croatia are on time.
In one of my trips I have 30 minutes of changing time which is more then enough normally.
But I don't know if I'll make that and if trains in Croatia are generally on time.

Thanks for the help in advance :)

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  • rvdborgt
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  • July 26, 2021

It depends on the line. What is your timetable?

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  • SneakySparkles
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  • July 26, 2021

So my plan was to take the train from lovinac at 17:09 and then change trains in Zagreb I will arrive there at 20:57 and my connection departs around 21:22, could be a little later.
Is this to optimistic or just fine? 

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  • rvdborgt
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  • July 26, 2021

For the train to Zagreb, it varies, as far as I know. But the previous train is almost 6 hours earlier, so there's not much choice...

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  • SneakySparkles
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  • Right on track
  • July 26, 2021

For the train to Zagreb, it varies, as far as I know. But the previous train is almost 6 hours earlier, so there's not much choice...


That is very true, I could always try to arrange something else but I would rather not ofc.
Thank your for the answer :)

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  • MartinM
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  • July 27, 2021

According to recent reports in a German railway forum you should count in delays here… the train might also get completely cancelled in the worst case.
It is mostly a one track line from Split to Zagreb and during summer there are several summer trains coming from HU/CZ/AT, which are often having a huge delay. Means long waiting for the train in stations until the track is free to continue. 

So you should definitely have a plan b in your pocket ;-) It can work, but likelihood is far away from 100% :D.

Good luck and safe trip!

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  • rvdborgt
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  • July 27, 2021

According to recent reports in a German railway forum you should count in delays here… the train might also get completely cancelled in the worst case.
It is mostly a one track line from Split to Zagreb and during summer there are several summer trains coming from HU/CZ/AT, which are often having a huge delay. Means long waiting for the train in stations until the track is free to continue. 

So you should definitely have a plan b in your pocket ;-) It can work, but likelihood is far away from 100% :D.

Yes, I think we're reading the same forum :)

Also, as soon as you think your connection is in danger, inform the train staff about it. They may be able to hold it (within certain limits, for sure).

Please ask questions in the community and not via a private message. That's the quickest way to get a response. I don't work for Eurail/Interrail.
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