- Must visit
Museum of Broken Relationships
Globally known museum presenting intimate stories from former relationships through donated objects, both moving and uniquely memorable.
Cheapest price on Sep 16
$35
Average ticket price on Sep 16
$82
Fastest journey on Sep 16
9 h
Average journey duration on Sep 16
10 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 16
13
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Zagreb will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
On Wed, Sep 16, we found 13 buses from Milan to Zagreb, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 16 the direct buses cover the 529 km distance in an average of 10 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
On Wed, Sep 16 the slowest buses will take 11 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, while a flight costs an average of $578.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$72 Average price Cheapest | $578 Average price |
12h 2m Average total duration 11h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Zagreb:
A train is $42 (€34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Zagreb costing on average $72 (€58).
A train is $548 (€446) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Zagreb costing on average $578 (€470).
Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 26m.
Bus takes on average 11h 32m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Zagreb buses for today, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 10h30 | 9:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 19h10 | 7:10 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h25 | 3:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 16h05 | 7:40 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h40 | 7:10 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 13h10 | 7:40 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 15h50 | 12:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 10h10 | 7:40 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 11h15 | 10:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, September 16 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 12h25 | 12:35 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 14h40 | 3:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h00 | 3:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Milan to Zagreb run on average 12 times per day, taking around 11h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Zagreb — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zagreb trip today.
Globally known museum presenting intimate stories from former relationships through donated objects, both moving and uniquely memorable.
Leading Croatian art museum with major collections from medieval works to modern masters, ideal for a broad cultural overview.
Major archaeology museum featuring Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Croatian finds, including the famous Zagreb mummy linen text.
Lively central square and Zagreb’s main meeting point, surrounded by historic facades, shops, and easy access to major sights.
Historic Upper Town quarter of cobbled streets, government buildings, and landmark churches, ideal for slow walks and city history.
Beloved inner-city park with shaded paths, ponds, and sculptures, offering a relaxed break near museums and the main railway station.
Štrukli are baked or boiled pastry parcels filled with fresh cheese and sour cream, a signature dish of Zagreb and Hrvatsko Zagorje served from snack to dessert.
Purica s mlincima is roast turkey with baked flatbread softened in roasting juices. It is a festive Sunday classic in Zagreb and northwestern Croatia.
Zagrebački odrezak is a breaded veal cutlet stuffed with ham and cheese, then fried. It is Zagreb's best-known city-style comfort dish.
Refined fine-dining restaurant offering contemporary Croatian tasting menus with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Beloved traditional tavern near Dolac Market serving roast meats, sarma and local comfort food in a lively, rustic atmosphere.
Historic city-center restaurant known for Zagrebački odrezak, štrukli and classic Croatian dishes in an elegant old-world setting.
Moderate for Central Europe. Hotels rise in summer, but dining, coffee, and trams stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Round up in cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
Bus connections from Milan to Zagreb are provided on a weekly basis by the Eurolines bus company of the Baltour Group. The departure and arrival bus stations of each bus Milan - Zagreb are respectively that of Bus Station Lampugnano, in Milan, and Gare Routiere Centrale 4, in Zagreb. The journey from Milan to Zagreb involves two changes at the stall bus station 141/143 of the Porta Nuova railway station in Verona and at the Postaja bus station in Ljubljana. Normally the weekly race scheduled on Sunday leaves for Zagreb at approximately 22:00 from Milan Lampugnano and arrives at its destination the next day, approximately at 07:45, thus making a night service. From July the service is reinforced with two other services, on Wednesdays and Fridays at the same time.
The buses to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, all depart from the bus station of Milan Lampugnano, located in Via Giulio Natta. The Bus Terminal of Lampugnano is located a few steps from the homonymous station of the line 1, that is the red line, the subway of Milan. A long and medium distance bus service connects the terminal with the surrounding cities, both in the north and south direction, even at night.
Buses departing from Milan are welcomed by Gare Routiere Centrale 4 in Zagreb, which is located on Avenue Marina DRZICA. The bus station is only a 10-minute walk from Glavni Kolodvor train station and is served by tram lines 2, 5, 6, 7 and 8. The bus station is open 24 hours a day, thus ensuring connections even at night. Croatia Airlines also provides connections between the bus terminal and Zagreb airport.
The political capital and economic centre of Croatia, Zagreb boasts a rich artistic and cultural heritage. The urban aspect is typical of a Central European city, where Gothic buildings alternate, such as the Church of St. Mark, famous for its colorful roof, and vast green areas, such as the park Maksimir.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Zagreb by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Zagreb buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor station pair, with some services arriving at Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor). Use this guide to compare Milan and Zagreb bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor) is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and sit-down restaurants available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available next to the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor).
Available at Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor): Station is wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Zagreb, Autobusni Terminal Dubrava is 4 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Terminal Dubrava has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and cafes available.
Free Wi-Fi available inside the terminal building. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Terminal Dubrava.
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Terminal Dubrava: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Terminal Dubrava: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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