How to travel from Pula to Zagreb

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Pula to Zagreb

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Pula to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $249 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $249, while a flight costs an average of $469.

Distance: 122 miles (197 km)

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$469

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$249

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Cheapest

$67

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4h 29m

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2h 29m

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5h 12m

Average total duration

4h 42m

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3h 11m

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0.6 - 1.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Pula to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $249 (€204).

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

A bus is $220 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pula to Zagreb costing on average $469 (€384).

The fastest way to travel from Pula to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Pula and Zagreb including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Pula 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 42m sooner (2h 29m by flight vs 3h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $469 (€384) compared to roughly $67 (€54) 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 Pula to Zagreb

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Nomago
    4:45 PM4h00
    Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor
    8:45 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Nomago
    4:45 PM4h00
    Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor
    8:45 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Croatia AirlinesOU674
    4:20 PM0h40
    Pula Airport
    5:00 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $961One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Nomago
    6:30 AM3h30
    Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor
    10:00 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Nomago
    1:00 PM4h15
    Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor
    5:15 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Nomago
    7:00 AM4h40
    Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor
    11:40 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Croatia AirlinesOU631
    6:00 AM1h40
    Pula Airport
    7:40 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $961One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1723 · LH1730
    4:45 PM4h50
    Pula Airport
    9:35 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $4891One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1723+Croatia AirlinesLH5988
    4:45 PM18h45
    Pula Airport
    11:30 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $5371One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Pula 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 Pula to Zagreb.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Pula and Zagreb including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Pula to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $249 (€204).

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

A bus is $220 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pula to Zagreb costing on average $469 (€384).

The fastest way to travel from Pula to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 29m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 12m.

The distance from Pula to Zagreb is approximately 122 miles (197 km).
The average frequency per day from Pula to Zagreb is:
  • Around 26 buses per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Pula to Zagreb:
  • Flights mostly depart from Pula Airport and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pula, Autobusni Kolodvor and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Pula to Zagreb, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva, Brioni, Infobus, Nomago, FlixBus, GoOpti to go to Zagreb by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Croatia Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti, Edelweiss Air, Austrian Airlines to go to Zagreb by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Pula to Zagreb with the following travel companies:
  • 25 direct buses per day with Nomago Intercity operated by Arriva, Brioni, Infobus, Nomago, FlixBus, GoOpti.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Croatia Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Pula 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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