How to travel from Zurich to Rijeka

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Rijeka

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €76, while a flight costs an average of €306.

Distance: 312 miles (503 km)

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€76

Average price

Cheapest

€93

Average price

€306

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€204

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 45m

Average total duration

11h 15m

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30m

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17h 18m

Average total duration

16h 48m

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5h 0m

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3h 0m

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2h 0m

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8h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Zelic Reisen

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Deutsche Bahn

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Air Serbia

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Rijeka is a bus with an average price of €76.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Rijeka:

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Rijeka costing on average €93.

A bus is €230 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Rijeka costing on average €306.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Rijeka is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 45m.

Train takes on average 17h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Rijeka including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Rijeka among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €76 compared to roughly €204 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €128. The journey takes 11h 15m versus 8h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Zurich to Rijeka

How to get from Zurich to Rijeka by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM15h55
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    7:45 AMRijeka, Bus Station
    721One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM15h55
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    7:45 AMRijeka, Bus Station
    721One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1408+SwissLH5737
    6:55 AM4h20
    Zurich Airport
    11:15 AMRijeka Airport
    3561One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60402 · ICE 699 · RJ 113 · 210
    9:59 PM20h47
    Zurich HB
    6:46 PMRijeka station
    751One-way
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnEC 95 · EC 115 · R 4064 · R 4600
    5:35 AM24h55
    Zurich HB
    6:30 AMRijeka station
    901One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM19h15
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    1:35 PMRijeka, Bus Station
    801One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1724+SwissLH5769
    9:15 PM18h40
    Zurich Airport
    3:55 PMRijeka Airport
    2631One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1724+SwissLH5751
    7:15 PM20h40
    Zurich Airport
    3:55 PMRijeka Airport
    2631One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1724+SwissLH5767
    4:55 PM23h00
    Zurich Airport
    3:55 PMRijeka Airport
    2631One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Rijeka

Travel to Rijeka 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 Zurich to Rijeka.

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There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Rijeka including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Rijeka is a bus with an average price of €76.

This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Rijeka:

A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Rijeka costing on average €93.

A bus is €230 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Rijeka costing on average €306.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Rijeka is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 45m.

Train takes on average 17h 18m.

The distance from Zurich to Rijeka is approximately 312 miles (503 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Rijeka is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Rijeka 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 Zurich to Rijeka:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Rijeka Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Rijeka station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Rijeka, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Rijeka, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Zelic Reisen, FlixBus, Zelic Reisen to go to Rijeka by bus.
  • Travel with Air Serbia to go to Rijeka by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Rijeka by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Rijeka:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Zelic Reisen, Zelic Reisen.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Rijeka often also extend their vacation to go to Zagreb, Pula, Trieste, Ljubljana, Zadar. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rijeka and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rijeka to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rijeka, you can visit the bustling Rijeka Central Market for fresh produce and local delicacies, explore the vibrant art scene at the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, and take a stroll along the Molo Longo pier for stunning views. Enjoy a performance at the Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. Zajc, relax at beautiful beaches like Ploče or Kostanj, and explore Trsat Castle for panoramic views. Walk along Korzo, the main pedestrian street with shops and cafes, visit St. Vitus Cathedral, and learn about regional history at the Rijeka City Museum and the Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral.
Three to four days in Rijeka allows enough time to explore its historic Old Town, visit the Trsat Castle, enjoy local cuisine, and relax on nearby beaches.
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