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Bled Castle Museum
Castle museum presenting Bled’s history through archaeology, documents, and objects. The collection adds context to the town’s most famous monument.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Bled is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Bled will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Zagreb for Bled on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 157 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
FlixBus


FlixBus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Bled among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $162.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $162 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Bled:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zagreb to Bled costing on average $50 (€41).
A train is $115 (€94) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Bled costing on average $162 (€133).
Other travel options to Bled take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
Flight takes on average 9h 0m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 09:56PM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 11:48PM | Duration 9h43 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Bled buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 3h20 | 11:35 PM Bled, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h20 | 11:35 PM Bled, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 4h00 | 2:45 AM Bled, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h10 | 2:45 AM Bled, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
![]() | 11:55 AM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 3h40 | 3:35 PM Bled, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h25 | 3:35 PM Bled, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h35 | 8:40 PM Bled, Central Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Zagreb to Bled run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 9h 43m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 43m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Bled — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bled trip today.
Castle museum presenting Bled’s history through archaeology, documents, and objects. The collection adds context to the town’s most famous monument.
Beekeeping museum in nearby Radovljica with historic hives and painted panels. A top regional collection on Slovenia’s renowned apiculture heritage.
Town museum in Radovljica covering local history, archaeology, and art. A strong cultural detour close to Bled for visitors seeking broader context.
The classic walking circuit around Lake Bled with island, castle, and mountain views. Essential for first-time visitors and ideal at sunrise or sunset.
Forest trail to a famous hilltop viewpoint over Lake Bled. Short, steep, and rewarding, it delivers one of the area’s best postcard panoramas.
Scenic gorge with wooden walkways, bridges, and rushing pools in nearby Triglav National Park. One of the region’s most popular natural outings.
Bled cream cake, layers of custard, whipped cream and crisp pastry. It is the town’s signature dessert, first made at Park Hotel and famous across Slovenia.
Potica is a rolled festive cake with walnut filling. It is a classic Slovenian treat served for holidays and widely enjoyed in Bled.
Ajdovi žganci are buckwheat spoonbread or crumbles, often served with milk, cracklings or stews. Buckwheat is traditional in Upper Carniola cuisine.
Historic lakeside restaurant in Vila Bled known for refined Slovenian dishes, trout and elegant desserts in a formal setting.
Traditional Gostilna near Bled serving Slovenian classics, grilled meats and local dishes in a warm rustic atmosphere.
Established inn with Slovenian and international cooking, lake views and a relaxed atmosphere. Known for fish, meat dishes and desserts.
Moderate for Alpine Europe. Rooms and lakefront dining cost more in peak season, but everyday meals and local buses stay fairly manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Bled Central Bus Station -> Bled Union Bus Stop
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Bled 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 Bled, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zagreb to Bled buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Bled, Glavna Avtobusna Postajalisce station pair, with some services arriving at Bled, Rečica Pri Bledu Žp. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Bled 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.
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