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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 18
€37
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€50
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 51 m
Buses on Sep 18
5
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna International Airport to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna International Airport to Zagreb will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 5 buses from Vienna International Airport to Zagreb, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 260 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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 Vienna International Airport to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €39, while a flight costs an average of €460.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
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€66 Average price | €460 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Vienna International Airport to Zagreb:
A train is €27 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna International Airport to Zagreb costing on average €66.
A train is €421 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna International Airport to Zagreb costing on average €460.
Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
Train takes on average 7h 16m.
Tickets start at around €66 compared to roughly €95 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €29. The journey takes 5h 26m versus 3h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Nomago.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €60 |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna International Airport to Zagreb buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:55 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 6h55 | 2:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 5h50 | 5:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 5h45 | 8:40 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 7h55 | 4:05 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 7h50 | 6:20 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer |
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Buses from Vienna International Airport to Zagreb run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:55, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 5:55 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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Most Vienna International Airport to Zagreb buses use the Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor station pair, with some services arriving at Zagreb, Autobusni Terminal Dubrava. Use this guide to compare Vienna International Airport and Zagreb bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Glavni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and snacks available inside the station.
Free WiFi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Glavni Kolodvor.
Available at Zagreb, Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Glavni Kolodvor: Wheelchair ramps and accessible toilets available.
Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square). ATMs are available at Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square).
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square).
Available at Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square): The square is pedestrian-friendly and accessible.
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