The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Zagreb
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
6 h 56 m
Average duration
7 h 12 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Vienna to Zagreb you need to make at least one change.
RJ 854+
R 7701+
IC 35018:0215h35Vienna Airport9:37Zagreb Main Station£341One-way2 changes
RJX 255+
IC 350+
R 770118:5314h44Vienna Hbf9:37Zagreb Main Station£521One-way2 changes
RJX 168+
RJ 19658+
EC 7915:027h18Vienna Airport22:20Zagreb Main Station£691One-way2 changes
EC 462+
EN 40237+
NJ 23723:2811h02Vienna Hbf10:30Zagreb Main Station£721One-way2 changes
EN 40237+
NJ 44622:4411h46Vienna Hbf10:30Zagreb Main Station£721One-way1 change
RJ 19658+
EC 7915:246h56Vienna Hbf22:20Zagreb Main Station£761One-way1 change
RJX 135 · IR 775+
R 2919 · R 770312:537h01Vienna Hbf19:54Zagreb Main Station£761One-way3 changes
RJX 168+
RJ 19658+
EC 7915:027h18Vienna Airport22:20Zagreb Main Station£691One-way2 changes
RJX 135 · IR 775+
R 2919 · R 770312:347h20Vienna Airport19:54Zagreb Main Station£831One-way4 changes
IC 535+
IR 575+
EC 11511:537h27Vienna Hbf19:20Zagreb Main Station£761One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Zagreb
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 £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. 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 £21, and a flight costs an average of £150.
Distance: 268 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £274 Average Price |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Zagreb train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Zagreb trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 71+ 211 | 7:53 Vienna Hbf | 9h30 | 17:23 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
IC 546+ RJX 133 · D 315 · 211 | 8:34 Vienna Airport | 8h49 | 17:23 Zagreb Main Station | 3 changes | |
RJX 133 · D 315 · 211 | 8:53 Vienna Hbf | 8h30 | 17:23 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
IC 548 · IC 533+ IR 573+ R 2995 | 9:34 Vienna Airport | 7h49 | 17:23 Zagreb Main Station | 5 changes | |
IC 533+ IR 573+ R 2995+ 246 | 9:53 Vienna Hbf | 7h30 | 17:23 Zagreb Main Station | 4 changes | |
IC 640+ RJX 53+ EC 115 | 10:34 Vienna Airport | 8h46 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
RJX 53+ EC 115 | 10:53 Vienna Hbf | 8h27 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
IC 642 · IC 535+ IR 575+ EC 115 | 11:34 Vienna Airport | 7h46 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 3 changes | |
IC 535+ IR 575+ EC 115 | 11:53 Vienna Hbf | 7h27 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
RJ 750+ IR 577 · 1475 | 12:02 Vienna Airport | 8h41 | 20:43 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
RJ 750+ R 4449 · R 1611+ EC 115 | 12:02 Vienna Airport | 7h18 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 4 changes | |
RJ 750+ R 4449 · R 1611+ EC 115 | 12:24 Vienna Hbf | 6h56 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 4 changes | |
RJX 566+ RJ 110+ IR 577 · 1475 | 13:02 Vienna Airport | 7h41 | 20:43 Zagreb Main Station | 3 changes | |
RJ 110+ IR 577 · 1475 | 13:24 Vienna Hbf | 7h19 | 20:43 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
IC 740+ EC 79 | 15:34 Vienna Airport | 6h46 | 22:20 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
EC 79 | 15:53 Vienna Hbf | 6h27 | 22:20 Zagreb Main Station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 856+ R 4447 · R 1613+ D 319 | 16:02 Vienna Airport | 6h58 | 23:00 Zagreb Main Station | 4 changes | |
RJ 856+ R 4447 · R 1613+ D 319 | 16:24 Vienna Hbf | 6h36 | 23:00 Zagreb Main Station | 4 changes | |
RJ 854+ IC 350+ R 7701 | 18:02 Vienna Airport | 15h35 | 9:37 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
RJX 255+ IC 350+ R 7701 | 18:53 Vienna Hbf | 14h44 | 9:37 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
NJ 446+ EN 40237 | 22:44 Vienna Hbf | 11h46 | 10:30 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
EC 462+ NJ 237+ EN 40237 | 23:28 Vienna Hbf | 11h02 | 10:30 Zagreb Main Station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Zagreb
Trains from Vienna to Zagreb run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 268 km |
Average train duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet from Vienna to Zagreb trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Vienna and Zagreb from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vienna to Zagreb train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Zagreb by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Zagreb
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
- 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Trg kralja Tomislava.
- Zinfandel's Restaurant
- Le Bistro Esplanade
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HRK 3
- Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
- Hotel Central
- Palace Hotel Zagreb
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, and domestic destinations
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
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