There are 6 ways to get from Zagreb to Gmünd by train, bus, night train, car, plane 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.
Recommended option
Train • 6h 19m
5 alternative options
Bus • 8h 21m
Night train • 6h 41m
Drive • 2h 53m
Fly, train • 9h 44m
Shuttle, train • 6h 58m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Gmünd is to bus which costs 220 kn - 250 kn and takes 8h 21m.
The quickest way to get from Zagreb to Gmünd is to drive which costs 250 kn - 370 kn and takes 2h 53m.
No, there is no direct bus from Zagreb to Gmünd. However, there are services departing from Zagreb and arriving at Gmünd i.K. Hauptplatz via Villach Hbf and Spittal/Drau Zentrum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.
The distance between Zagreb and Gmünd is 223 km. The road distance is 287.6 km.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Gmünd without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs 190 kn - 490 kn.
It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Zagreb to Gmünd, including transfers.
Zagreb to Gmünd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zagreb station.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Gmünd is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs 190 kn - 490 kn. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 220 kn - 250 kn and takes 8h 21m.
There is no direct flight from Zagreb Airport to Klagenfurt Airport. The quickest flight takes 4h 45m and has one stopover.
Zagreb to Gmünd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Villach Bus Station.

- Distance: 223.3 km
- Duration: 6h 19m
What companies run services between Zagreb, Croatia and Gmünd, Kärnten, Austria?
Croatian Railways (HŽPP) operates a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €14 - €19 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zagreb to Villach Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost €13 - €17 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Zagreb to Klagenfurt via Frankfurt, Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 50m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €140 - €500
Flights from Zagreb to Klagenfurt via Munich, Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 55m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €440

- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Zagreb to Klagenfurt via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €420

- Phone
- +385 1 3782 583
- informacije@hzpp.hr
- Website
- hzpp.hr
Train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €19
- Website
- Croatian Railways (HŽPP)
- Book at
- Croatia Rail Pass
Night train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Spittal-Millstaettersee
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 9m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €16 - €22
- Website
- Croatian Railways (HŽPP)
- Book at
- Croatia Rail Pass

- Website
- bahn.com
Night train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Spittal-Millstaettersee
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 11m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de

Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Klagenfurt Annabichl to Spittal-Millstaettersee
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 31m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €13 - €19
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Klagenfurt Hbf to Spittal-Millstaettersee
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €13 - €18
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass

- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Klagenfurt Hbf to Spittal-Millstaettersee
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at

- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Klagenfurt Hbf to Spittal-Millstaettersee
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €20 - €28
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at

Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Klagenfurt Hbf to Spittal-Millstaettersee
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €15 - €23
- Website
- Railjet

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Zagreb to Villach Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €13 - €17
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +386 1 320 4530
- info@goopti.com
- Website
- goopti.com
Shuttle from Zagreb to Klagenfurt - Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 41m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- €35 - €330
- Schedules at
- goopti.com
- Shared
- €35 - €95
- Private
- €170 - €330
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Gmünd is 288 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Zagreb to Gmünd.
Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines offer flights from Zagreb Airport to Klagenfurt Airport.
There are 101+ hotels available in Gmünd. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Zagreb Airport is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs 210 kn - 260 kn.