- Must visit
Museum of Broken Relationships
A globally known museum of personal objects and stories about failed relationships, located in the Upper Town and one of Zagreb’s signature cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$181
Average price
$213
Fastest journey
14 h 47 m
Average duration
16 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
734 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport will cost around $213 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $181.
Of the 3 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 734 km distance in an average of 16 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 47 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 20 h 6 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $36.
Distance: 456 miles (734 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$173 Average price | $205 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 42m Average total duration 17h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport:
A bus is $94 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport costing on average $173 (€139).
A bus is $126 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport costing on average $205 (€164).
Other travel options to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 20m.
Train takes on average 17h 12m.
Tickets start at around $173 (€139) compared to roughly $91 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-82.27 (€-66.00). The journey takes 17h 12m versus 9h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:57 AM Frankfurt am Main | 15h10 | 10:07 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Frankfurt am Main | 14h47 | 10:07 PM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Frankfurt am Main | 20h06 | 3:56 AM Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 08:57. The fastest train covers the 456 miles (734 km) distance in 14h 47m.
Distance 456 miles (734 km) |
Average train duration 17h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€54) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 14h 47m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 8:57 AM |
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A globally known museum of personal objects and stories about failed relationships, located in the Upper Town and one of Zagreb’s signature cultural stops.
A large art museum with European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in a grand historic building near the city center.
Zagreb’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for its major Croatian and international exhibitions and striking architecture.
Zagreb’s central square and main meeting point, surrounded by historic facades, shops, events, and direct access to the Lower and Upper Town.
The historic hilltop core of Zagreb, packed with medieval streets, government buildings, churches, viewpoints, and atmospheric lanes.
One of the city’s liveliest pedestrian streets, popular for its atmosphere, historic setting, and easy walk between central Zagreb and the Upper Town.
Baked or boiled pastry filled with fresh cheese and cream, one of Zagreb’s most famous comfort dishes and a classic of northwestern Croatian cuisine.
Roast turkey served with mlinci, a traditional baked flatbread softened with roasting juices. It is a festive dish strongly associated with the Zagreb region.
A Zagreb-style breaded veal or pork cutlet stuffed with ham and cheese, similar to cordon bleu and widely considered a city classic.
Classic old-Zagreb restaurant with a rustic interior, known for local meat dishes, stews, and traditional continental Croatian cooking.
Casual specialist venue in central Zagreb best known for classic baked and boiled štrukli in a simple, traditional setting.
Well-known traditional Croatian restaurant serving Zagreb and broader national specialties in an elegant, established city-center atmosphere.
Prices at the airport are higher than in central Zagreb, but Croatia is still moderate by Western Europe standards.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Round up small bills, leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up for taxis.
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