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DomQuartier Salzburg
Baroque museum complex linking the State Rooms, cathedral museum spaces, and St. Peter's areas, offering one of Salzburg's richest historical and artistic experiences.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Salzburg will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 6 buses that leave Zagreb for Salzburg on Tue, Jun 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 7 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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 train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $159 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Salzburg:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zagreb to Salzburg costing on average $50 (€40).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 14m.
Train takes on average 7h 10m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $159 (€128) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $114 (€92). The journey takes 6h 14m versus 4h 48m 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, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni International.
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 02:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 04:46AM | Duration 8h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Salzburg buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h25 | 11:15 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h40 | 12:10 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h01 | 4:46 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 8h45 | 7:15 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 2 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 7h45 | 12:05 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 6h45 | 5:30 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Zagreb to Salzburg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Baroque museum complex linking the State Rooms, cathedral museum spaces, and St. Peter's areas, offering one of Salzburg's richest historical and artistic experiences.
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Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxis and small cafe bills.
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