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Museum of Broken Relationships
Globally known museum presenting intimate stories from former relationships through donated objects, both moving and uniquely memorable.
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €140.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Zagreb without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 99 · ICE 119+
D 319
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Trains from Zurich to Zagreb run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 368 miles (593 km) distance in 11h 17m.
Distance 368 miles (593 km) |
Average train duration 13h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 17m |
First train 5:11 AM |
Last train 10:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zagreb trains for today, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 60402 · ICE 619 · RJ 113 · 211 | On time 9:59 PM Zurich HB | 19h24 | 5:23 PM Zagreb Main Station | 4 transfers | |
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EC 99 · ICE 119+ D 319 | On time 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 13h28 | 11:00 PM Zagreb Main Station | 2 transfers | |
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Globally known museum presenting intimate stories from former relationships through donated objects, both moving and uniquely memorable.
Leading Croatian art museum with major collections from medieval works to modern masters, ideal for a broad cultural overview.
Major archaeology museum featuring Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Croatian finds, including the famous Zagreb mummy linen text.
Lively central square and Zagreb’s main meeting point, surrounded by historic facades, shops, and easy access to major sights.
Historic Upper Town quarter of cobbled streets, government buildings, and landmark churches, ideal for slow walks and city history.
Beloved inner-city park with shaded paths, ponds, and sculptures, offering a relaxed break near museums and the main railway station.
Štrukli are baked or boiled pastry parcels filled with fresh cheese and sour cream, a signature dish of Zagreb and Hrvatsko Zagorje served from snack to dessert.
Purica s mlincima is roast turkey with baked flatbread softened in roasting juices. It is a festive Sunday classic in Zagreb and northwestern Croatia.
Zagrebački odrezak is a breaded veal cutlet stuffed with ham and cheese, then fried. It is Zagreb's best-known city-style comfort dish.
Refined fine-dining restaurant offering contemporary Croatian tasting menus with seasonal ingredients and polished service.
Beloved traditional tavern near Dolac Market serving roast meats, sarma and local comfort food in a lively, rustic atmosphere.
Historic city-center restaurant known for Zagrebački odrezak, štrukli and classic Croatian dishes in an elegant old-world setting.
Moderate for Central Europe. Hotels rise in summer, but dining, coffee, and trams stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. Round up in cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Zagreb by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Zagreb trains use the Zürich HB to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Zagreb train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Zinfandel's Restaurant, Le Bistro Esplanade
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Central, Palace Hotel Zagreb.
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