Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Karlovac to Zagreb
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlovac to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 368 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł 368, while a bus costs an average of zł 368.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
zł 368 Average price Cheapest | zł 52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare ways to travel from Karlovac to Zagreb
Compare the available ways to get from Karlovac to Zagreb, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around zł 368 compared to roughly zł 52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -zł 315. The journey takes 55m versus 54m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Karlovac to Zagreb
How to get from Karlovac to Zagreb by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Karlovac to Zagreb is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus6:25 PM 0h40 Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) 7:05 PM Zagreb, Bus Station zł 31 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus6:25 PM 0h40 Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) 7:05 PM Zagreb, Bus Station zł 31 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus6:25 PM 0h40 Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) 7:05 PM Zagreb, Bus Station zł 31 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
FlixBus2:05 PM 0h55 Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) 3:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station zł 31 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus5:05 PM 0h55 Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) 6:00 PM Zagreb, Bus Station zł 31 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 AM 0h55 Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) 9:40 AM Zagreb, Bus Station zł 31 1 One-way 0 transfers
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.
FAQs: Travel from Karlovac 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 Karlovac to Zagreb.

- Around 31 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlovac and Zagreb as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Karlovac, Željeznički kolodvor and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
- Travel with GoOpti, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva, FlixBus, Nomago, Autopromet Slunj, Infobus to go to Zagreb by bus.
- 31 direct buses per day with GoOpti, Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva, FlixBus, Nomago, Autopromet Slunj, Infobus.
Travelling from Karlovac to Zagreb: related information
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

