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Getting to Mljet National Park

Mljet National Park sits in Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia, with Blato the nearest town of any size — about 9.4 km (5.8 mi) out, or roughly 16 min of driving.

Towns to base yourself in

Towns nearest Mljet National Park
TownDistanceEstimated drive
Blato9.4 km (5.8 mi)16 min
Babino Polje15.6 km (9.7 mi)26 min
Janjina16.8 km (10.5 mi)28 min
Lumbarda22.9 km (14.2 mi)36 min
Trpanj26.5 km (16.4 mi)40 min
Orebić26.5 km (16.5 mi)40 min
Ston27.4 km (17 mi)41 min
Vlaka27.4 km (17 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 Mljet National Park?

Blato, about 9.4 km (5.8 mi) away — roughly 16 min of driving.

Where should I stay when visiting Mljet National Park?

The practical bases are Blato, Babino Polje, and Janjina — all within a reasonable drive of the park.