How to travel from Basel to Zagreb

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel to Zagreb

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $107 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 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $107, while a flight costs an average of $827.

Distance: 415 miles (669 km)

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Driving

$827

Average price

$162

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$107

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$206

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5h 30m

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3h 30m

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14h 28m

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13h 58m

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30m

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15h 47m

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15h 17m

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9h 51m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $93.

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

A bus is $15 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Zagreb costing on average $107.

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Zagreb costing on average $132.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 31m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 43m.

Bus takes on average 14h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Zagreb including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Zagreb among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 7h 20m sooner (2h 31m by flight vs 9h 51m by car) and save roughly $98 compared to fuel and tolls ($107 vs $206). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Basel to Zagreb

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:05 PM14h20
    Basel, Bahnhof
    9:25 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $541One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:05 PM14h20
    Basel, Bahnhof
    9:25 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $541One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Union Ivkoni International
    10:00 AM13h30
    Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
    11:30 PMZagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)
    $701One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnS 3 · IR 2155 · EC 95 · EC 115
    12:30 AM18h50
    Basel SBB
    7:20 PMZagreb Main Station
    $1101One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIR 1995 · EC 95 · EC 115
    12:07 AM19h13
    Basel SBB
    7:20 PMZagreb Main Station
    $1101One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 374 · ICE 119+Sylt Shuttle PlusD 319
    8:16 AM14h44
    Basel SBB
    11:00 PMZagreb Main Station
    $1221One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM16h35
    Basel, Bahnhof
    6:30 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    8:44 AM15h11
    Basel Bad Bhf
    11:55 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 AM18h10
    Basel, Bahnhof
    9:00 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $551One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Basel 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 Basel to Zagreb.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Zagreb including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $107.

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

A bus is $55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Zagreb costing on average $162.

A bus is $720 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Zagreb costing on average $827.

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

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 28m.

Bus takes on average 15h 47m.

The distance from Basel to Zagreb is approximately 415 miles (669 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Zagreb is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Basel 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 Basel to Zagreb:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Zagreb Main Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Zagreb, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Croatia Airlines, British Airways, Ryanair, Air France, KLM to go to Zagreb by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Sylt Shuttle Plus to go to Zagreb by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Zagreb by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Basel to Zagreb with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Zagreb often also extend their vacation to go to Split, Ljubljana, Budapest, Rijeka, Munich. 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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