How to travel from Vienna to Zagreb

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Compare train and bus for Vienna to Zagreb

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 7h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, while a train costs an average of $64.

Distance: 166 miles (268 km)

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$43

Average price

Cheapest

$64

Average price

$118

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7h 35m

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7h 5m

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8h 4m

Average total duration

7h 34m

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4h 22m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)

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The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Zagreb costing on average $64.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 35m.

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Zagreb including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Zagreb among Omio's users.

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from Vienna to Zagreb

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBBRJX 255+ÖBB | InterCityIC 350+ÖBB433
    6:53 PM14h44
    Vienna Hbf
    9:37 AMZagreb Main Station
    $351One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBBRJX 255+ÖBB | InterCityIC 350+ÖBB433
    6:53 PM14h44
    Vienna Hbf
    9:37 AMZagreb Main Station
    $351One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Croatia AirlinesOU441
    9:50 AM0h50
    Vienna International Airport
    10:40 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $2691One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBRJX 255+ÖBB | InterCityIC 350+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 7701
    6:53 PM14h44
    Vienna Hbf
    9:37 AMZagreb Main Station
    $351One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 854+ÖBB | InterCityIC 350+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 7701
    6:02 PM15h35
    Vienna Airport
    9:37 AMZagreb Main Station
    $351One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 79+ÖBB | InterCityIC 740
    3:34 PM6h46
    Vienna Airport
    10:20 PMZagreb Main Station
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:45 PM4h50
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    7:35 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:45 PM4h55
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    9:40 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:20 PM5h10
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    11:30 PMZagreb, Bus Station
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW753 · EW972
    8:40 AM7h05
    Vienna International Airport
    3:45 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $2041One-way
    1 transfer
  • Croatia AirlinesOU443
    7:45 PM0h50
    Vienna International Airport
    8:35 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $2691One-way
    0 transfers
  • Croatia AirlinesOU5501
    9:50 AM0h50
    Vienna International Airport
    10:40 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $3211One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Vienna to Zagreb

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Vienna to Zagreb there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 80,43% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Vienna to Zagreb. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna 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 Vienna to Zagreb.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Zagreb including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Zagreb costing on average $64.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 35m.

Train takes on average 8h 4m.

The distance from Vienna to Zagreb is approximately 166 miles (268 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Zagreb is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Zagreb:
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Zagreb Main Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Zagreb, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Nomago to go to Zagreb by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug to go to Zagreb by train.
  • Travel with Croatia Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, braathens regional aviation, Eurowings, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Zagreb by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Zagreb with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Nomago.
  • 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
  • 4 direct flights per day with Croatia Airlines, Austrian Airlines, braathens regional aviation.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna 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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