How to travel from Zagreb to Sarajevo

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zagreb to Sarajevo is a bus with an average price of $55 (€44).

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

A bus is $169 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Sarajevo costing on average $224 (€181).

The fastest way to travel from Zagreb to Sarajevo is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Sarajevo take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 9m.

The distance from Zagreb to Sarajevo is approximately 178 miles (288 km).

The average frequency per day from Zagreb to Sarajevo is:

• Around 4 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zagreb and Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo:

• Flights mostly depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport and arrive in Sarajevo International Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Zagreb, Bus Station and arrive in Sarajevo.

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

• Travel with Croatia Airlines, Air Serbia to go to Sarajevo by flight.
• Travel with CroatiaBus - Globtour, Infobus, FlixBus, Fils, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Biss-Tours, Usora Turs, Fils, Centrotrans Eurolines to go to Sarajevo by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Zagreb to Sarajevo with the following travel companies:

• 2 direct flights per day with Croatia Airlines.
• 2 direct buses per day with CroatiaBus - Globtour, Infobus, Croatia Bus d.o.o., Fils, Centrotrans Eurolines.

Omio customers who travel from Zagreb to Sarajevo often also extend their vacation to go to Belgrade, Mostar, Podgorica, Dubrovnik, Kotor. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sarajevo and these popular destinations at a great price.

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

In Sarajevo, you can visit the Yellow Fortress for stunning panoramic views, explore the Ars Aevi Museum of Contemporary Art, and take a guided tour of the Sarajevo War Tunnel to learn about the city's history. Enjoy traditional Bosnian coffee in local cafés and attend a performance at the Sarajevo National Theatre. Key sights include Baščaršija, Latin Bridge, the Sarajevo Tunnel Museum, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, and Vrelo Bosne park.

Three to four days in Sarajevo is typically sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, including its historic sites, cultural experiences, and local cuisine.