- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s formative years and his deep connection to Barcelona, housed in a set of medieval palaces in El Born.
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$210
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 57 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
1215 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Barcelona will cost around $210 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 8 buses that leave Zagreb for Barcelona on Sat, May 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 1215 km distance in an average of 1 d 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h 25 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $143.
Distance: 754 miles (1215 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$132 Average price Cheapest | $279 Average price | $496 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 3m Average total duration 26h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.6 - 7.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Zagreb to Barcelona:
A bus is $147 (€118) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Barcelona costing on average $279 (€224).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 26h 33m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€106) compared to roughly $496 (€399) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $364 (€293). The journey takes 26h 33m versus 16h 42m 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 Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 34h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 31h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $108 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Barcelona buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 30h10 | 2:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 31h50 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 25h15 | 8:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 27h25 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 31h45 | 6:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 29h25 | 11:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 29h10 | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Zagreb to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 754 miles (1215 km) distance in 25h 15m.
Distance 754 miles (1215 km) |
Average bus duration 26h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 25h 15m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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