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

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Ruse is to bus which costs $140 - $200 and takes 20h.

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

The fastest way to get from Zagreb to Ruse is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 5m and costs $180 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Zagreb to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Zagreb - Motel Plitvice and arriving at Ruse via Sofia - Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h.

Is there a direct train between Zagreb and Ruse?

No, there is no direct train from Zagreb to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Zagreb Glavni Kol. and arriving at Ruse via Déli pályaudvar, Budapest-Keleti and Videle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 20m.

How far is it from Zagreb to Ruse?

The distance between Zagreb and Ruse is 908 km. The road distance is 967.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Zagreb to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 20h and costs $140 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Zagreb to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Ruse bus from?

Zagreb to Ruse bus services, operated by Yubim, depart from Zagreb - Motel Plitvice station.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Ruse train from?

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

Train or bus from Zagreb to Ruse?

The best way to get from Zagreb to Ruse is to bus which takes 20h and costs $140 - $200. Alternatively, you can train via Budapest, which costs $150 - $210 and takes 25h 20m.

Where does the Zagreb to Ruse bus arrive?

Zagreb to Ruse bus services, operated by Yubim, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Zagreb and Ruse?

Ruse is 1h ahead of Zagreb. It is currently 1:17 AM in Zagreb and 2:17 AM in Ruse.

Where does the Zagreb to Ruse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zagreb to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Ruse is 967 km. It takes approximately 12h 39m to drive from Zagreb to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 220+ hotels available in Ruse.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Zagreb to Ruse by plane, shuttle, bus, train, 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 Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ZAG - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
6h 5m
$181–522
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zagreb - Motel Plitvice to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia - Central Bus Station to Rusebus
20h
$147–200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Budapest-Kelenföldbus 976 / ...
2. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
3. Take the bus from Buchurest to Rusebus
22h 12m
$234–415
Drive 967.2 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Rusecar 967.2 km
12h 39m
$158–228
Shuttle to Graz Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb to Graz Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane GRZ - OTP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
11h 10m
$488–1,253
Fly Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane ZAG - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruseshuttle
10h 45m
$221–582
Fly Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)plane ZAG - BBU
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Ruseshuttle
10h 22m
$186–497
Train via Budapest
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Budapest-Delitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Videletrain Ic
3. Take the train from Videle to Rusetrain 461
25h 20m
$154–206
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Budapest-Keletitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Videletrain Ic
3. Take the train from Videle to Rusetrain 461
26h 43m
$154–208

Zagreb to Ruse by bus and train

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22h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 907.6 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Zagreb, Croatia and Ruse, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Zagreb - Motel Plitvice to Ruse via Sofia and Sofia - Central Bus Station in around 20h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Ruse via Budapest-Deli, Déli pályaudvar, Keleti pályaudvar, Budapest-Keleti, and Videle in around 25h 20m.

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