How to travel from Belgrade to Zagreb

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Compare bus and flight for Belgrade to Zagreb

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Belgrade to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $144.

Distance: 228 miles (368 km)

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$44

Average price

Cheapest

$144

Average price

$100

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 1m

Average total duration

5h 31m

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30m

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3h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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2h 0m

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3h 45m

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(door-to-door)

0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

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1.1 - 2.2kg

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FlixBus

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Air Serbia

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

The cheapest way to travel from Belgrade to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $44.

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

A bus is $100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belgrade to Zagreb costing on average $144.

The fastest way to travel from Belgrade to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Belgrade and Zagreb including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Belgrade to Zagreb among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $44 compared to roughly $100 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $56. The journey takes 5h 31m versus 3h 45m 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.

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.

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from Belgrade to Zagreb

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 AM5h30
    Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд))
    1:00 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 AM5h30
    Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд))
    1:00 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air SerbiaJU602
    1:15 PM1h20
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    2:35 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $1471One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:15 PM5h30
    Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд))
    9:45 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 AM5h30
    Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд))
    6:00 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air SerbiaJU604
    8:30 PM1h20
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    9:50 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $1471One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1737 · LH1730
    5:10 PM4h25
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    9:35 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $3851One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1737+Croatia AirlinesLH5998
    5:10 PM5h10
    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    10:20 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $4341One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Belgrade 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 Belgrade to Zagreb.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Belgrade and Zagreb including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Belgrade to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $44.

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

A bus is $100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Belgrade to Zagreb costing on average $144.

The fastest way to travel from Belgrade to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 1m.

The distance from Belgrade to Zagreb is approximately 228 miles (368 km).
The average frequency per day from Belgrade to Zagreb is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Belgrade to Zagreb:
  • Flights mostly depart from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Belgrade to Zagreb, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Zagreb by bus.
  • Travel with Air Serbia, Austrian Airlines to go to Zagreb by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Belgrade to Zagreb with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air Serbia.
Omio customers who travel from Belgrade 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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