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

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Rome is to fly which costs €30 - €140 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zagreb to Rome is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs €30 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Rome?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zagreb and arriving at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Zagreb and Rome?

No, there is no direct train from Zagreb to Rome. However, there are services departing from Zagreb Glavni Kol. and arriving at Roma Termini via Ljubljana, Villach Hbf and Venezia Mestre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 17m.

How far is it from Zagreb to Rome?

The distance between Zagreb and Rome is 581 km. The road distance is 864.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zagreb to Rome without a car is to bus and train via Venice which takes 9h 49m and costs €440 - €1300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Zagreb to Rome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Rome bus from?

Zagreb to Rome bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zagreb station.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Rome train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Zagreb to Rome?

The best way to get from Zagreb to Rome is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs €30 - €140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €140 - €260 and takes 13h 17m, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €130 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Zagreb to Rome bus arrive?

Zagreb to Rome bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where does the Zagreb to Rome train arrive?

Zagreb to Rome train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), arrive at Ljubljana station.

Can I drive from Zagreb to Rome?

Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Rome is 865 km. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Zagreb to Rome.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Rome?

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There are 9 ways to get from Zagreb to Rome by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
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1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane ZAG - FCO
4h 37m
€31–139
Bus, train via Venice
1. Take the bus from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajabus
2. Take the bus from Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja to Stazione Mestrebus
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Roma Terminitrain
9h 49m
€442–1,273
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Ljubljanatrain 318 / ...
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Villach Hbftrain 38 / ...
3. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Venezia Mestretrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Roma Terminitrain
13h 17m
€142–254
Drive 864.7 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Romecar 864.7 km
8h 28m
€136–197
Shuttle, shuttle to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb to Ljubljanashuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Ljubljana to Trieste Airportshuttle
3. Fly from Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane TRS - FCO
6h 5m
€95–1,005
Shuttle to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Zagreb to Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Veneziashuttle
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane VCE - FCO
7h 29m
€94–1,243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus N997
12h 40m
€70–130
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajabus
2. Take the bus from Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja to Trieste Centralebus
3. Take the train from Trieste C.le to Roma Terminitrain
14h 45m
€292–893
Bus via Ljubljana
1. Take the bus from Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor to Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postajabus
2. Take the bus from Ljubljana Central Bus Station to Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzonibus Itabus
15h 1m
€66–136

Zagreb to Rome by bus

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12h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 580.7 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Zagreb, Croatia and Rome, Italy?

Ryanair flies from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Roma Termini via Ljubljana, Villach Hbf, and Venezia Mestre in around 13h 17m.

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