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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Zagreb is to train which costs €16 - €19 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Zagreb is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Zagreb?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Zagreb. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Zagreb?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Deli and arriving at Zagreb Glavni Kol.. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Budapest to Zagreb?

The distance between Budapest and Zagreb is 347 km. The road distance is 340.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Zagreb without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs €29 - €50.

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

The bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zagreb takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zagreb bus from?

Budapest to Zagreb bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zagreb train from?

Budapest to Zagreb train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Deli station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Zagreb?

The best way to get from Budapest to Zagreb is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €19 and takes 6h 28m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €170 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Budapest to Zagreb bus arrive?

Budapest to Zagreb bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zagreb station.

Where does the Budapest to Zagreb train arrive?

Budapest to Zagreb train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Zagreb?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Zagreb is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Budapest to Zagreb.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Zagreb?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Zagreb?

Book your Budapest to Zagreb bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zagreb?

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zagrebbus 976 / ...
4h 20m
€29–50
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train Ic
6h 28m
€16–19
Drive 340.6 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Zagrebcar 340.6 km
3h 21m
€52–75
Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane BUD - ZAG
6h 39m
€47–164
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane VIE - ZAG
5h 37m
€68–278
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Budapest to Zagrebshuttle Eurobusways
4h
€55–85

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Distance: 347.4 km
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What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Zagreb, Croatia?

FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zagreb every 4 hours. Tickets cost €29–50 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Deli to Zagreb Glavni Kol. twice daily. Tickets cost €16–19 and the journey takes 6h 28m.

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How to get fromBudapest to Zagrebby bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Zagreb by bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

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