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Getting to Krka National Park

Krka National Park sits in Šibenik-Knin, Croatia, with Šibenik the nearest town of any size — about 15.2 km (9.5 mi) out, or roughly 25 min of driving.

Drive times from Krka National Park

Krka National Park sits close enough to Kornati National Park, Paklenica National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park, and Northern Velebit National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.

Parks you can pair with Krka National Park
ParkApartEstimated drive
Kornati National Park51.8 km (32.2 mi)1 hr 7 min
Paklenica National Park64.9 km (40.3 mi)1 hr 21 min
Plitvice Lakes National Park116 km (72.1 mi)2 hr 9 min
Northern Velebit National Park121 km (75.3 mi)2 hr 14 min

Towns to base yourself in

Towns nearest Krka National Park
TownDistanceEstimated drive
Šibenik15.2 km (9.5 mi)25 min
Knin27.1 km (16.8 mi)41 min

How to read these numbers

Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.

Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.

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Common questions

What is the closest town to Krka National Park?

Šibenik, about 15.2 km (9.5 mi) away — roughly 25 min of driving.

Where should I stay when visiting Krka National Park?

The practical bases are Šibenik and Knin — all within a reasonable drive of the park.