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Compare train and bus for Maribor to Zagreb
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Maribor to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of L 183 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of L 183, while a bus costs an average of L 416.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
L 416 Average price | L 183 Average price Cheapest | L 264 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Maribor to Zagreb
Compare the available ways to get from Maribor to Zagreb, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Maribor to Zagreb:
A train is L 233 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Maribor to Zagreb costing on average L 416.
Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 17m.
Tickets start at around L 416 compared to roughly L 264 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -L 152. The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 31m 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 Maribor to Zagreb
How to get from Maribor to Zagreb by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Maribor to Zagreb is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus4:45 AM 1h45 Maribor, Bus Station 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station L 89 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus4:45 AM 1h45 Maribor, Bus Station 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station L 89 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus2:15 PM 1h35 Maribor, Bus Station 3:50 PM Zagreb, Bus Station L 100 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
R 1615+
14756:10 PM 2h33 Maribor station 8:43 PM Zagreb Main Station L 183 1 One-way 1 transfer
R 1613+
D 3198:20 PM 2h40 Maribor station 11:00 PM Zagreb Main Station L 183 1 One-way 1 transfer
EC 797:35 PM 2h45 Maribor station 10:20 PM Zagreb Main Station L 183 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus6:55 AM 1h55 Maribor, Bus Station 8:50 AM Zagreb, Bus Station L 89 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus7:20 AM 1h55 Maribor, Bus Station 9:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station L 89 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 AM 2h10 Maribor, Bus Station 6:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station L 89 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Maribor to Zagreb:
A train is L 233 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Maribor to Zagreb costing on average L 416.
Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 17m.
- Around 40 buses per day.
- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Maribor and Zagreb as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Maribor station and arrive in Zagreb Main Station.
- Buses mostly depart from Maribor, Bus Station and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
- Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug to go to Zagreb by train.
- Travel with GoOpti, FlixBus, Nomago, Infobus, EasyDrive to go to Zagreb by bus.
- 40 direct buses per day with GoOpti, FlixBus, Nomago, Infobus, EasyDrive.
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