The cheapest and fastest buses from Zagreb to Ptuj
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Ptuj is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Ptuj will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 5 buses that leave Zagreb for Ptuj on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
11:30 AM1h20Zagreb12:50 PMPtuj$281One-way0 transfers
12:15 PM1h30Zagreb1:45 PMPtuj$371One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM1h30Zagreb2:15 PMPtuj$421One-way0 transfers
11:00 PM1h30Zagreb12:30 AMPtuj$651One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM1h35Zagreb3:35 PMPtuj$701One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM1h20Zagreb12:50 PMPtuj$281One-way0 transfers
12:15 PM1h30Zagreb1:45 PMPtuj$371One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM1h30Zagreb2:15 PMPtuj$421One-way0 transfers
11:00 PM1h30Zagreb12:30 AMPtuj$651One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM1h35Zagreb3:35 PMPtuj$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zagreb to Ptuj
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Ptuj among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Ptuj:
A train is $32 (€27) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zagreb to Ptuj costing on average $54 (€45).
Other travel options to Ptuj take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 41m.
You'll arrive about -1h -6m sooner (1h 29m by bus vs 1h 23m by car) and save roughly $-2.84 (€-2.33) compared to fuel and tolls ($54 (€45) vs $52 (€42)). 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 GoOpti.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Zagreb to Ptuj Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Nomago Intercity operated by MD Prevozi | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Live departures
Zagreb to Ptuj bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Ptuj buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 6:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 6:25 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 7:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 7:25 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 8:25 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 8:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 9:25 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 9:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 10:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 10:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 10:25 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 11:25 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 12:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 1:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 1:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 1:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 2:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 2:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 2:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 3:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 3:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 3:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 4:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 5:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 6:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 6:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 6:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 7:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 8:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Zagreb, Train Station | 1h25 | 9:25 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Zagreb, Trg bana Jelačića (Ban Jelačić Square) | 1h30 | 9:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1h30 | 9:30 PM Ptuj, Železniška postaja | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Zagreb to Ptuj buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs GoOpti?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for GoOpti, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Ptuj.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare GoOpti with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Zagreb to Ptuj.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Ptuj.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Zagreb to Ptuj.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Ptuj
Buses from Zagreb to Ptuj run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: GoOpti, FlixBus from Zagreb to PtujYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Ptuj with GoOpti, FlixBus for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Zagreb to Ptuj
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Ptuj 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 Ptuj, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- GoOpti
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- GoOpti
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- GoOpti
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- GoOpti
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- GoOpti
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zagreb to Ptuj
Most Zagreb to Ptuj buses use the Zagreb, Glavni Kolodvor to Ptuj, Železniška postaja station pair, with some services arriving at Ptuj, Autobusna Postaja. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Ptuj bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Zagreb, Glavni Kolodvor from Zagreb city centre
Getting to Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) from Zagreb city centre
Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) is 3 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) bus station facilities and services
Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport (Odlazak): Elevators, ramps.
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