The average train between Zagreb and Edinburgh takes 41h 32m and the fastest train takes 33h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Zagreb to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Zagreb and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zagreb is at 8:40 AM which arrives into Edinburgh at 12:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Villach Hbf and take an average of 41h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Zagreb to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Zagreb to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Zagreb station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Villach Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 32m.
Zagreb to Edinburgh train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), depart from Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.
Zagreb to Edinburgh train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Zagreb to Edinburgh train tickets online with HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Zagreb and Edinburgh is 1,744.7 km. The road distance is 2,369 km.
You can take a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Edinburgh Waverley via Villach Hbf, Augsburg Hbf, Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 24h 40m.