What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Zagreb?

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Zagreb is to train which costs €80 - €90 and takes 23h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Zagreb?

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Zagreb is to fly which takes 6h 40m and costs €100 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Zagreb?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Zagreb. However, there are services departing from Bucharest and arriving at Zagreb via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Zagreb?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Zagreb. However, there are services departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Zagreb Glavni Kol. via Keleti pályaudvar and Budapest-Kelenfoeld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 58m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Zagreb?

The distance between Bucharest and Zagreb is 830 km. The road distance is 984.3 km.

How do I travel from Bucharest to Zagreb without a car?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Zagreb without a car is to bus via Budapest which takes 13h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Zagreb?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Bucharest to Zagreb, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Zagreb bus from?

Bucharest to Zagreb bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, depart from Bucharest station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Zagreb train from?

Bucharest to Zagreb train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucuresti Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Zagreb?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Zagreb is to fly which takes 6h 40m and costs €100 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus via Budapest, which costs and takes 13h 27m, you could also train, which costs €80 - €90 and takes 23h 58m.

Where does the Bucharest to Zagreb bus arrive?

Bucharest to Zagreb bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Zagreb?

Zagreb is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 5:25 AM in Bucharest and 4:25 AM in Zagreb.

Where does the Bucharest to Zagreb train arrive?

Bucharest to Zagreb train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Zagreb?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Zagreb is 984 km. It takes approximately 11h 19m to drive from Bucharest to Zagreb.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bucharest to Zagreb?

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Where can I stay near Zagreb?

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Bucharest to Zagreb - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 8 ways to get from Bucharest to Zagreb by plane, bus, train, night train, shuttle, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane OTP - ZAG
6h 40m
€109–277
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train Ic
23h 58m
€80–88
Bus via Budapest
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
2. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zagrebbus 976 / ...
13h 27m
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Kelenfoeldnighttrain Night Train
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train Ic
23h 13m
€81–88
Fly to Graz Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Graz Airport (GRZ)plane OTP - GRZ
2. Take a shuttle bus from Graz Airport to Zagrebshuttle
9h 35m
€383–975
Fly to Klagenfurt Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)plane OTP - KLU
2. Take a shuttle bus from Klagenfurt Airport to Zgornji Brnik, Letališče Jožeta Pučnika Ljubljanashuttle
3. Take a shuttle bus from Zgornji Brnik, Letališče Jožeta Pučnika Ljubljana to Zagrebshuttle
11h 22m
€248–1,065
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bucureşti Autogara Obor to Grazbus
2. Take the bus from Graz - Hbf Busbahnhof to Maribor, Avtobusna Postajabus
3. Take the bus from Maribor, Avtobusna Postaja to Zagrebbus
29h 32m
Drive 984.3 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Zagrebcar 984.3 km
11h 19m
€138–199

Bucharest to Zagreb by train and subway

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23h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 830.2 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Zagreb, Croatia?

Ryanair, Air Serbia, and three other airlines fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bucharest to Zagreb via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar in around 13h 27m.

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