How to travel from Zagreb to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zagreb to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $125 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $125, while a flight costs an average of $513.

Distance: 636 miles (1024 km)

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Driving

$513

Average price

$125

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Cheapest

$166

Average price

$318

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 27m

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3h 27m

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2h 0m

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23h 42m

Average total duration

23h 12m

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30m

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17h 31m

Average total duration

17h 1m

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30m

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13h 19m

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(door-to-door)

3.1 - 6.1kg

CO2 emissions

1.0 - 2.6kg

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Lot Polish Airlines

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $125.

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

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zagreb to Brussels costing on average $166.

A bus is $389 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Brussels costing on average $513.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 31m.

Bus takes on average 23h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zagreb and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Zagreb to Brussels 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 9h 52m sooner (3h 27m by flight vs 13h 19m by car). Tickets start at around $513 compared to roughly $318 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 Zagreb to Brussels

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 2123
    5:45 AM2h00
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    7:45 AMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 2123
    5:45 AM2h00
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    7:45 AMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Croatia AirlinesOU456
    6:50 AM1h50
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    8:40 AMBrussels Airport
    $2991One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:10 AM23h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    1:45 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $1321One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:15 PM25h40
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    1:55 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $1481One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:15 AM26h45
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    10:00 AMBrussels, Gare Du Midi
    $1481One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1964 · KL1703
    6:00 AM3h40
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    9:40 AMBrussels Airport
    $3091One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1964 · KL1707
    6:00 AM16h15
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    10:15 PMBrussels Airport
    $3091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO612 · LO267+Eurostar9398
    12:50 PM10h16
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    11:06 PMBrussels-Midi
    $3341One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zagreb to Brussels

Travel to Brussels 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 Zagreb to Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zagreb and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $125.

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

A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zagreb to Brussels costing on average $166.

A bus is $389 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Brussels costing on average $513.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 31m.

Bus takes on average 23h 42m.

The distance from Zagreb to Brussels is approximately 636 miles (1024 km).
The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Brussels is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zagreb and Brussels 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 Zagreb to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zagreb Main Station and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Croatia Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, KLM, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, ITA, British Airways to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Brussels by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Croatia Airlines.
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
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