How to travel from Zagreb to Munich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zagreb to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, while a flight costs an average of $397.

Distance: 262 miles (422 km)

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$115

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$397

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$166

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9h 21m

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8h 51m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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Compare ways to travel from Zagreb to Munich

Compare the available ways to get from Zagreb to Munich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Munich is a bus with an average price of $54.

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

A bus is $61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zagreb to Munich costing on average $115.

A bus is $344 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Munich costing on average $397.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 21m.

Bus takes on average 9h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zagreb and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zagreb to Munich among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $115 compared to roughly $166 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $52. The journey takes 8h 51m versus 6h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Zagreb to Munich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • ÖBB210 · D 310 · RE5+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 658
    12:50 PM11h58
    Zagreb Main Station
    12:48 AMMunich Hbf
    $471One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB210 · D 310 · RE5+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 658
    12:50 PM11h58
    Zagreb Main Station
    12:48 AMMunich Hbf
    $471One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiLH7435
    1:20 PM1h05
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    2:25 PMMunich Airport
    $3391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnR 432 · 314 · RJ 112
    10:28 AM9h18
    Zagreb Main Station
    7:46 PMMunich Hbf
    $601One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 214 · EC 114
    8:16 AM9h26
    Zagreb Main Station
    5:42 PMMunich Hbf
    $721One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnR 434 · 38 · ICE 210
    8:32 PM15h10
    Zagreb Main Station
    11:42 AMMunich Hbf
    $811One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 PM8h20
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    2:50 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $661One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:15 PM8h40
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    8:55 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $661One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM8h45
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    4:00 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $661One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO612 · LO353
    12:45 PM6h05
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    6:50 PMMunich Airport
    $3091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO612 · LO355
    12:45 PM9h40
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    10:25 PMMunich Airport
    $3091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO612 · LO351
    12:45 PM20h10
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    8:55 AMMunich Airport
    $3091One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Zagreb to Munich

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Zagreb to Munich there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 78,49% 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 Zagreb to Munich. 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.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Zagreb to Munich. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Zagreb to Munich

Travel to Munich 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 Munich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zagreb and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Munich is a bus with an average price of $54.

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

A bus is $61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zagreb to Munich costing on average $115.

A bus is $344 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Munich costing on average $397.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 21m.

Bus takes on average 9h 31m.

The distance from Zagreb to Munich is approximately 262 miles (422 km).
The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Munich is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zagreb and Munich 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 Munich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zagreb Main Station and arrive in Munich Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Darojković Promet to go to Munich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug to go to Munich by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Croatia Airlines, Ryanair, Lufthansa Cityline, Malta Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Eurowings, Qatar Airways, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, British Airways, CitizenPlane, Austrian Airlines, Smartwings to go to Munich by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Munich with the following travel companies:
  • 12 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Darojković Promet.
  • 7 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Croatia Airlines, Ryanair, Lufthansa Cityline, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Munich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Munich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Munich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Munich, you can visit the Hofbräuhaus for traditional Bavarian food and live music, explore BMW Welt for the latest BMW models and interactive experiences, and catch a game or admire the architecture at Allianz Arena. Discover history at the Munich Residenz, enjoy sports and views at Olympiapark, and marvel at the Glockenspiel show at Marienplatz. Wander through the opulent Nymphenburg Palace and its gardens, relax in the expansive English Garden, learn at the Deutsches Museum, and savor local delicacies at Viktualienmarkt.
To fully experience Munich's main attractions, such as Marienplatz, the English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and the BMW Museum, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.
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