How to travel from Zurich to Zagreb

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Zagreb

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $95 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $95, while a train costs an average of $145.

Distance: 368 miles (593 km)

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Bus

$145

Average price

$124

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$95

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Cheapest

14h 27m

Average total duration

13h 57m

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30m

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4h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

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2h 0m

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13h 35m

Average total duration

13h 5m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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1.8 - 3.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

EuroNight

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Ryanair

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FlixBus

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from Zurich to Zagreb

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 5863
    7:40 AM1h45
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:25 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 5863
    7:40 AM1h45
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:25 AMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Croatia AirlinesOU465
    8:05 PM1h10
    Zurich Airport
    9:15 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $2671One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEC 95 · EC 115
    5:35 AM13h45
    Zurich HB
    7:20 PMZagreb Main Station
    $1111One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnEC 97 · ICE 117 · EC 79
    7:32 AM14h48
    Zurich HB
    10:20 PMZagreb Main Station
    $1481One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM16h05
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    10:25 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $691One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:50 PM14h40
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    6:30 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $701One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:05 AM16h40
    Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    3:45 AMZagreb, Bus Station
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1193 · AF1560
    10:35 AM4h30
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    3:05 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $2281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1415 · AF1560
    7:45 AM7h20
    Zurich Airport
    3:05 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $2541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1815+Croatia AirlinesAF5074
    7:30 PM24h55
    Zurich Airport
    8:25 PMZagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    $2551One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Zagreb

Travel to Zagreb 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 Zagreb.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Zurich and Zagreb including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Zagreb is a bus with an average price of $95 (€77).

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

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Zagreb costing on average $124 (€100).

A bus is $50 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Zagreb costing on average $145 (€117).

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 35m.

Train takes on average 14h 27m.

The distance from Zurich to Zagreb is approximately 368 miles (593 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Zagreb is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Zagreb 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 Zagreb:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Zagreb Main Station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Zagreb, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Zelic Reisen, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Zelic Reisen to go to Zagreb by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Croatia Airlines, Austrian Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Air Serbia, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Cityjet to go to Zagreb by flight.
  • Travel with EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Zagreb by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Zagreb with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Zelic Reisen, Union Ivkoni International, Zelic Reisen.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Croatia Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Zagreb often also extend their vacation to go to Split, Ljubljana, Budapest, Rijeka, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zagreb and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zagreb to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zagreb, you can visit the Zagreb Botanical Garden for a serene escape, explore vibrant street art, attend performances at the Croatian National Theatre, enjoy Maksimir Park's natural beauty, and uncover the history of the Grič Tunnel. Must-see sights include the stunning Zagreb Cathedral, the unique Museum of Broken Relationships, St. Mark's Church with its colorful roof, the lively Dolac Market, and Lotrščak Tower with panoramic city views.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Zagreb's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant culture, and savor local cuisine.
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