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

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Bucharest is to bus and fly which costs $55 - $230 and takes 9h 22m.

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 $150 - $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 1160 km. The road distance is 981.8 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 13h 28m 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 bus via Budapest which takes 13h 28m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $300 and takes 21h 43m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $280 and takes 11h 27m.

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 11:33 PM in Zagreb and 12:33 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 982 km. It takes approximately 11h 18m to drive from Zagreb to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5397+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Zagreb to Bucharest - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Zagreb to Bucharest by bus, train, car, shuttle, or plane

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

Bus via Budapest
best
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 to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Budapest Airportbus
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)plane BUD - BBU
9h 22m
$58–230
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
$213–300
Drive 981.8 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Bucharestcar 981.8 km
11h 18m
$160–231
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
8h 56m
$312–893
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zagreb - Motel Plitvice to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to București, Autogara Militaribus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
22h 46m
$153–192
Shuttle, shuttle to Vienna International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb to Maribor, Avtobusna Postajashuttle
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
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 58m
$152–850
Fly Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)plane ZAG - BBU
11h 27m
$89–275
Fly Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ZAG - OTP
4h 26m
$151–352

Zagreb to Bucharest by train

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21h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,160.4 km
Duration: 13h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Zagreb to Bucharest via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar in around 13h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Bucuresti Nord via Budapest-Kelenfoeld in around 21h 43m.

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