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

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Bucharest is to fly which costs $50 - $250 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zagreb to Bucharest is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $150 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Zagreb to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Zagreb and arriving at Bucharest via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Zagreb and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Zagreb to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Zagreb Glavni Kol. and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Budapest-Kelenfoeld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 43m.

How far is it from Zagreb to Bucharest?

The distance between Zagreb and Bucharest is 832 km. The road distance is 982.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zagreb to Bucharest without a car is to bus via Budapest which takes 13h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Zagreb to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Bucharest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Bucharest train from?

Zagreb to Bucharest train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), depart from Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.

Train, bus or fly from Zagreb to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Zagreb to Bucharest is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $150 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus via Budapest, which costs and takes 13h 28m, you could also train, which costs $210 - $300 and takes 21h 43m.

Where does the Zagreb to Bucharest bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Zagreb and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Zagreb. It is currently 3:59 PM in Zagreb and 4:59 PM in Bucharest.

Where does the Zagreb to Bucharest train arrive?

Zagreb to Bucharest train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Can I drive from Zagreb to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Bucharest is 982 km. It takes approximately 11h 11m to drive from Zagreb to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5396+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

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

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

Fly Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ZAG - OTP
7h 11m
$156–342
Fly Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)ZAG - BBU
9h 17m
$54–245
Bus via Budapest
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar976 / ...
2. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Bucharest
13h 28m
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Budapest-KelenfoeldIc
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Bucuresti Nord347
21h 43m
$213–300
Drive 982.3 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Bucharest982.3 km
11h 11m
$160–232
Shuttle to Graz, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb to Graz Airport
2. Fly from Graz (GRZ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)GRZ - OTP
8h 56m
$317–817
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zagreb - Motel Plitvice to Sofia
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to București, Autogara MilitariUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
22h 46m
$154–194
Train via Székesfehérvár
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to SzekesfehervarIc
2. Take the train from Szekesfehervar to Budapest-KelenfoeldRe / ...
3. Take the train from Ferencvaros to Bucuresti Nord347
22h 50m
$214–328

Zagreb to Bucharest by train

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21h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 832.4 km
Duration: 7h 11m

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

LOT, Croatia Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zagreb to Bucharest via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar in around 13h 28m.

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