The cheapest and fastest trains from Zagreb to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£151
Average price
£151
Fastest journey
1 d 22 h 56 m
Average duration
1 d 22 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Bucharest will cost around £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £151.
To travel from Zagreb to Bucharest you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zagreb to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £153.
Distance: 809 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£153 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
47h 26m Average total duration 46h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 3m Average total duration 21h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg 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 Bucharest train times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Bucharest trains for tomorrow, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:30 Zagreb | 46h56 | 15:26 Bucharest | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zagreb to Bucharest
Trains from Zagreb to Bucharest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 46h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £153 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 16:30, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 809 km distance in 46h 56m.
Distance 809 km |
Average train duration 46h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £153 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 46h 56m |
First train 16:30 |
Last train 16:30 |
Train companies: Croatian Railways (HŽPP) from Zagreb to Bucharest trainsCroatian Railways (HŽPP) trains will get you between Zagreb and Bucharest from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Croatian Railways (HŽPP)
FAQs: Zagreb to Bucharest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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