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Compare bus and flight for Zagreb to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €17.

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €17.

Distance: 321 miles (518 km)

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Driving

€68

Average price

€62

Average price

Cheapest

€221

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 39m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

11h 22m

Average total duration

10h 52m

Onboard

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30m

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9h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.6 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Ryanair

Most popular airline

FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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€444

Average price

€73

Average price

Cheapest

€221

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 33m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

15h 2m

Average total duration

14h 32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

9h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.6 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

ITA

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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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 Rome is a bus with an average price of €62.

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

A bus is €7 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Rome costing on average €68.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zagreb and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Zagreb to Rome among Omio's users.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Rome is a bus with an average price of €73.

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

A bus is €371 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Rome costing on average €444.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 33m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 32m.

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

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from Zagreb to Rome

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM12h40
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    9:20 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    471One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:40 PM12h40
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    9:20 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    471One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 8836
    9:30 PM1h25
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    10:55 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    481One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4782+Marino Autolinee065 · 055
    9:45 AM18h45
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    4:30 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    611One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 PM16h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    3:05 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    831One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 PM15h35
    Zagreb, Bus Station
    12:15 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    1081One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1405+ITALH5148
    3:00 PM5h25
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    8:25 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    2441One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1407 · LH232
    5:55 AM6h35
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    12:30 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    2441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Croatia AirlinesOU656 · OU380
    10:05 PM19h05
    Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    5:10 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    2731One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zagreb to Rome

Travel to Rome 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 Rome.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zagreb and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Rome is a bus with an average price of €62.

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

A bus is €7 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Rome costing on average €68.

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 52m.

The distance from Zagreb to Rome is approximately 321 miles (518 km).
The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Rome is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zagreb and Rome 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 Rome:
  • Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
  • Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zagreb to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus to go to Rome by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Croatia Airlines, Malta Air, Air Serbia, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Rome with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Croatia Airlines, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.
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