Driving In Croatia Tips & Info
In recent years, Croatia became a top holiday destination, welcoming more than 15 million tourists every year. The request for car rental services in many Croatian locations is also on the rise.
Being a first time driver in a foreign country can be very challenging. It can be even more difficult if you come from a country where the driving side is different.
Our guide: Driving In Croatia Tips & Info gives the reader an insight into the local driving rules and regulations.
Road Info
In Croatia the roads are classified in 5 main categories:
- The motorways (named A followed by one or two digits) with tolling
- The Expressways which are similar to motorways but without tools and aren’t dual carriageways and with lower speed limits
- State roads, marked with the letter D followed by 1,2 or 3 digits
- County roads , marked with the letter Z followed by a 4 digit number
- Local roads: L followed by a 5 digit number
Driving Rules
Seat Belt Requirements
In Croatia, seatbelts are mandatory for all passengers. The children have special rules listed below.
Travelling With Children
- Children under two must be seated in special seats and secured properly. They can be seated also in the front seat rear facing with the airbag activated.
- Children between 2 and 5 must be seated only on the rear seats. Special secured chairs are also mandatory.
- Children over 5 must use a booster seat secured with 3 point seat-belt. They can travel in the back seats only.
General Driving Rules
In Croatia the drivers must be aged 18 or over.
When driving in Croatia the drivers must carry the following items: reflective jackets, warning triangle, first aid kit, 2 spare light bulbs for the vehicle.
The horn must be used in moderation.
Wacky Driving Rules
It is forbidden to have a petrol can in the car.
Speed Limit
- 50 km/h in built-up areas
- 90 km/h on the open roads
- 110 km/h on expressways
- 130 km/h on motorways
Driving Side In Croatia
Just like in most of the European countries, in Croatia you should drive on the right side and overtake on the left.
Alcohol Limit
In Croatia, the there is no tolerance for driving under the influence of alcohol for the novice and the commercial drivers. The limit for the standard drivers is 0.5 g/litre, however he strongly advise you not to consume any alcohol drinks before/when driving.
- Novice drivers: 0 g/litre
- Standard drivers: 0.5 g/litre
- Commercial drivers: 0 g/litre
- Drivers under 25: 0 g/litre
Driving Licence Requirements
When driving in Croatia, it’s recommended to have a European/International driving licence. The domestic licence is not enough. The driver should also carry a valid passport and proof of insurance.
Emergency Numbers
- General emergency: 112
- Police: 192
- Medical emergency: 194
- Fire department: 193
Fuel Costs
Here are the average fuel prices recorded in 2017 in Croatia:
- Unleaded 1.264 EUR/l with a minimum price of 1.066 EUR/L
- Diesel 1.159 EUR/l with a minimum price of 0.944 EUR/L
- LPG 0.617 EUR/l with a minimum price of 0.441 EUR/L
Driving in Croatia FAQ
Croatia generally has high quality roads, however in the Dalmatian region and other mountainous areas driving does require some care and focus.
Yes, even after Brexit you’ll still be able to hire a car and drive in Croatia with a full UK licence.
Like most of Europe, Croatia drives on the right.
Right turns on red in Croatia are strictly forbidden, unless there is a green arrow indicating otherwise.