How to travel from Zagreb to Bucharest

There are 2 options to travel between Zagreb and Bucharest including taking a bus and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Bucharest is a bus with an average price of €59.

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

A bus is €133 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Bucharest costing on average €192.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Bucharest is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 59m.

Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 31m.

The distance from Zagreb to Bucharest is approximately 502 miles (809 km).

The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Bucharest is:

• Around 32 flights per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zagreb to Bucharest:

• Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in București, Autogara Militari.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Bucharest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Bucharest by bus.
• Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Air Serbia, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Malta Air, Austrian Airlines, tarom, Croatia Airlines to go to Bucharest by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Zagreb to Bucharest:

• 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.

Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Bucharest often also extend their vacation to go to Sofia, Budapest, Varna, Vienna, Istanbul. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bucharest and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Bucharest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Bucharest, you can explore the National Museum of Art of Romania, stroll through the historic Cismigiu Gardens, and enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of the Parliament. Attend a concert at the Romanian Athenaeum and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Bucharest's Old Town. Don't miss the iconic sights like the Palace of the Parliament, Romanian Athenaeum, Village Museum, Herăstrău Park, and the lively Old Town district.

Typically, spending three to four days in Bucharest allows visitors to explore major attractions like the Palace of the Parliament, the Old Town, and Herăstrău Park, and experience the local culture and cuisine.