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 $80 - $240 and takes 8h 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 4h 26m and costs $130 - $360.

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 983.5 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 which takes 13h 28m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m 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 4h 26m and costs $130 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 28m, you could also train, which costs $320 - $550 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 12:23 AM in Zagreb and 1:23 AM 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 983 km. It takes approximately 11h 18m to drive from Zagreb to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Zagreb to Bucharest - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 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)plane ZAG - OTP
4h 26m
$131–352
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)plane ZAG - BBU
8h 17m
$84–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 976 / ...
2. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Bucharestbus
13h 28m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Budapest-Kelenföldbus 976 / ...
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
19h 52m
$238–427
Drive 983.5 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Bucharestcar 983.5 km
11h 18m
$161–232
Shuttle to Graz Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb to Graz Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane GRZ - OTP
9h 31m
$431–1,061
Bus, shuttle to Vienna International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Maribor, Avtobusna Postajabus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Maribor, Avtobusna Postaja to Flughafen Wienshuttle
3. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane VIE - OTP
8h 46m
$273–641
Shuttle to Treviso Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb to Treviso, Aeroportoshuttle
2. Fly from Treviso Airport (TSF) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane TSF - OTP
8h 53m
$160–1,168
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
21h 43m
$323–539

Zagreb to Bucharest by bus and train

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19h 52mAverage Duration

$238Cheapest Price

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Distance: 832.4 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

Croatia Airlines and Ryanair fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zagreb to Bucharest via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar in around 13h 28m.

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