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Museum of Broken Relationships
A globally known contemporary museum presenting personal objects and stories from failed relationships. Creative, emotional, and one of Zagreb’s signature cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
15 h 20 m
Average duration
17 h 6 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Zagreb will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Zagreb without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 368 miles (593 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $295 Average price | $194 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 44m Average total duration 13h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 26m Average total duration 13h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg 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 Zurich to Zagreb:
A bus is $70 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Zagreb costing on average $168 (€135).
A bus is $197 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Zagreb costing on average $295 (€237).
Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 14m.
Train takes on average 13h 56m.
Tickets start at around $98 (€79) compared to roughly $194 (€156) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $96 (€77). The journey takes 13h 14m versus 9h 23m 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, Zelic Reisen, Union Ivkoni, Zelic Reisen.
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 11:35PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zagreb buses for today, Saturday, May 30. 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 | 3:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h20 | 7:10 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 16h05 | 10:25 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 22h05 | 6:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h20 | 10:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 16h40 | 3:45 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Zurich to Zagreb run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 368 miles (593 km) distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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