The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vienna to Zagreb
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vienna to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Zagreb will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 9 buses that leave Vienna for Zagreb every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 268 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 268 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£33 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price | £210 Average Price |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Zagreb bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Zagreb coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 00:40 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 4h50 | 05:30 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:00 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 5h15 | 08:15 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:35 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 5h25 | 11:00 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:30 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 5h35 | 12:05 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:50 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h15 | 12:05 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 5h30 | 15:30 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h10 | 15:30 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 4h55 | 20:25 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:10 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 4h55 | 03:05 Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Zagreb
Buses from Vienna to Zagreb run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 268 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 268 km |
Average bus duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Nomago from Vienna to ZagrebYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Zagreb with FlixBus, Nomago for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coach from Vienna to Zagreb
Enjoy the scenery en route as you travel from Vienna to Zagreb by bus. All routes are direct and take between 4.5 and 7 hours with departures from Vienna Central Station. The journey terminates at Zagreb Bus Station. There are over two dozen departures a day spread over 24 hours with coaches operated mainly by GoOpti. Croatia Bus, Eurolines Switzerland and FlixBus also operate the route, sometimes on a ticket share basis.
How long is the journey by bus from Vienna to Zagreb?
The bus from Vienna to Zagreb takes between 4.5 and 7 hours. All journeys are direct.
How many coaches are there from Vienna to Zagreb?
There are over two dozen departures every day of the week of buses from Vienna to Zagreb. There is at least one departure every hour of the day and night.
What is/are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Vienna to Zagreb?
Departure bus station: Buses from Vienna to Zagreb depart from Vienna Central Station, a new transport terminus featuring striking contemporary architecture. Since opening in 2015, it has become the country's busiest transport hub and part of a network that combines local, regional and long-distance buses, regional and intercity trains, S-Bahn and U-Bahn services. Among the facilities at Vienna Central Station are taxi ranks, car hire desks, car and bicycle parking, WiFi, left luggage storage, toilets, ATMs, public payphones and a range of shopping and refreshment outlets. All transport hubs in Vienna are easily accessible to passengers with limited mobility although there are restrictions on coaches making international journeys. There are accessible toilets at the train station and further assistance can be requested if required.
Arrival bus station: The bus from Vienna to Zagreb terminates at Zagreb Bus Station. This is located to the south-east of the city and adjacent to Zagreb Central Train Station. From the bus station, it takes approximately 15 minutes to walk to the city's historic heart. Both bus and train stations are part of Zagreb's extensive public transport network of local buses and 15 tram routes. Facilities at the station include car parking, taxi ranks, left luggage storage, ATMs and toilets. The bus and train station are part of a large shopping, dining and entertainment complex and both are fully accessible to passengers with limited mobility as well as wheelchair users. There are accessible toilets throughout the complex.
Which coach providers travel from Vienna to Zagreb?
Four providers operate coach routes from Vienna to Zagreb. The majority of routes are operated by GoOpti while Croatia Bus, FlixBus and Eurolines Switzerland also offer some services between Vienna in Austria and Zagreb in Croatia.
GoOpti Vienna to Zagreb
Founded in Slovenia, GoOpti is a low-cost provider offering regular bus services across much of southern and eastern Europe. Its route from Vienna to Zagreb takes approximately five hours and there are departures 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
Croatia Bus Vienna to Zagreb
Croatia Bus has three daily departures from Vienna to Zagreb. These are all in the afternoon and have journey times of between five hours 45 minutes and 6.5 hours.
Eurolines Switzerland Vienna to Zagreb
Eurolines Switzerland is the European subsidiary of National Express Coach Services and operates four afternoon and evening routes from Vienna to Zagreb with journey times of between six and seven hours.
FlixBus Vienna to Zagreb
FlixBus is an international travel provider with routes across Europe. There are approximately eight daily FlixBus departures starting in the early morning and continuing until late afternoon. These take between 4.5 and 5.5 hours to complete the journey.
Vienna to Zagreb Coach: Services on Board
All four providers offer standard tickets only although specific seat reservations can be made if required. Coach fleets are modern and comfortable with plenty of legroom and storage space for luggage. All coaches have toilets while wifi and power outlets may be available on some routes. Large items are stored in the hold of the coach while hand luggage can be taken on board and stored in overhead racks or beneath the seats. Bikes can be carried on FlixBus and Croatia Bus routes only. Bicycles must be prebooked and there is a charge. No provider on the bus route from Vienna to Zagreb allows any animals on board. This includes service animals. There are also no facilities for accommodating passengers who require wheelchairs on the bus although foldable wheelchairs can be stored in the hold.
FAQs: Vienna to Zagreb coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Zagreb by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zagreb, Bus Station, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Zagreb
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 8 Tram: 2, 6
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