The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zagreb to Rome
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£108
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
15 h 57 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zagreb to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Rome will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £77.
Of the 5 buses that leave Zagreb for Rome every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 518 km distance in an average of 15 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 20 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.
FlixBus20:4012h40Zagreb, Bus Station9:20Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£771One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus20:4518h20Zagreb, Bus Station15:05Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£871One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:3017h05Zagreb, Bus Station2:35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1041One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:4015h35Zagreb, Bus Station12:15Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£1231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:0516h05Zagreb, Bus Station6:10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1471One-way1 change
FlixBus20:4012h40Zagreb, Bus Station9:20Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£771One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus20:4015h35Zagreb, Bus Station12:15Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£1231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus14:0516h05Zagreb, Bus Station6:10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1471One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:3017h05Zagreb, Bus Station2:35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina£1041One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:4518h20Zagreb, Bus Station15:05Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)£871One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zagreb to Rome
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 518 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £168 Average Price | £113 Average Price |
14h 30m Average total duration 14h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 31m Average total duration 26h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zagreb to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Rome coaches for today, Wednesday 8 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 18:40 Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h40 | 7:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Zagreb, Bus Station | 17h05 | 0:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 Zagreb, Bus Station | 16h05 | 4:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Zagreb to Rome coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Rome.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Zagreb to Rome.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Zagreb to Rome.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zagreb to Rome.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Rome
Buses from Zagreb to Rome run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 518 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 518 km |
Average bus duration 14h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus from Zagreb to RomeYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Rome with FlixBus, Itabus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zagreb to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zagreb and Rome
- 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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