How to travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Amsterdam to Zagreb

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $121 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $121, while a flight costs an average of $583.

Distance: 674 miles (1086 km)

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$583

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$121

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$177

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$180

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5h 30m

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23h 33m

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17h 47m

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14h 2m

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1.1 - 2.7kg

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0.3 - 1.0kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $121.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Zagreb:

A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Zagreb costing on average $177.

A bus is $463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Zagreb costing on average $583.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 47m.

Bus takes on average 23h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Zagreb including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Zagreb among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 10h 32m sooner (3h 30m by flight vs 14h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $583 compared to roughly $180 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Amsterdam to Zagreb

How to get from Amsterdam to Zagreb by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 AM23h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    3:45 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $1061One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 AM23h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    3:45 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $1061One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Croatia AirlinesOU451
    11:20 AM1h50
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    1:10 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $4281One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:00 PM20h50
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    8:50 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 AM27h30
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    12:00 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:15 PM20h10
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    10:25 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $1161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO268 · LO611
    7:45 PM16h20
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    12:05 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO268 · LO613
    7:45 PM21h35
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:20 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticOS320+Austrian AirlinesOS603
    7:00 AM3h40
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:40 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $4721One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb

Travel to Zagreb easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Zagreb.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Zagreb including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $121.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Zagreb:

A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Zagreb costing on average $177.

A bus is $463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Zagreb costing on average $583.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 30m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 47m.

Bus takes on average 23h 33m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Zagreb is approximately 674 miles (1086 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Zagreb is:
  • Around 53 flights per day.
  • Around 21 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Zagreb as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Zagreb:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Zagreb Main Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Zagreb, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Zagreb by bus.
  • Travel with Croatia Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Air Serbia, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Sas Airways, Swiss, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, tarom, Bulgaria Air, Air Baltic, ITA, British Airways to go to Zagreb by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zagreb by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Zagreb with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Croatia Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, KLM.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb often also extend their vacation to go to Ljubljana, Split, Budapest, Vienna, Dubrovnik. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zagreb and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zagreb to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zagreb, you can visit the Zagreb Botanical Garden for a serene escape, explore vibrant street art, attend performances at the Croatian National Theatre, enjoy Maksimir Park's natural beauty, and uncover the history of the Grič Tunnel. Must-see sights include the stunning Zagreb Cathedral, the unique Museum of Broken Relationships, St. Mark's Church with its colorful roof, the lively Dolac Market, and Lotrščak Tower with panoramic city views.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Zagreb's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant culture, and savor local cuisine.
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