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Museum Goldenes Dachl
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
8 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
9 h 31 m
Trains on 07 Sept
12
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Innsbruck will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 12 trains from Zagreb to Innsbruck, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 9 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 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.
R 434+
D 38+
ICE 210+
RJX19962
R 434+
D 38+
ICE 210+
IR 610
210 · D 310+
RJ 658+
IR 618
R 432+
D 314+
RJ 112+
RJX19986
R 432+
D 314+
RJ 112+
IR 512
318+
ICE 118+
IR 518+
REX 2
EN 40414
R 432+
D 314+
RJ 112+
IR 512
EC 214 · EC 114+
IR 514+
REX 2
318+
ICE 118+
RJX13470Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, while a flight costs an average of £246.
Distance: 386 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price | £246 Average Price | £130 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Innsbruck:
A train is £24 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Zagreb to Innsbruck costing on average £59.
A train is £211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Innsbruck costing on average £246.
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 57m.
Coach takes on average 10h 54m.
Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £130 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £95. The journey takes 8h 57m versus 6h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Innsbruck trains for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EN 40414 | 19:39 Zagreb Main Station | 9h10 | 4:49 Innsbruck Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 7 September | |||||
318+ ICE 118+ IR 518+ REX 2 | 5:11 Zagreb Main Station | 8h57 | 14:08 Innsbruck Hbf | 3 changes | |
318+ ICE 118+ RJX13470 | 5:11 Zagreb Main Station | 10h00 | 15:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 214 · EC 114+ RJX13474 | 8:16 Zagreb Main Station | 10h55 | 19:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 214 · EC 114+ IR 514+ REX 2 | 8:16 Zagreb Main Station | 9h52 | 18:08 Innsbruck Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 432+ D 314+ RJ 112+ RJX19986 | 10:34 Zagreb Main Station | 10h37 | 21:11 Innsbruck Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 432+ D 314+ RJ 112+ IR 512 | 10:34 Zagreb Main Station | 9h34 | 20:08 Innsbruck Hbf | 4 changes | |
210+ EC 70+ EN 40462 | 12:50 Zagreb Main Station | 15h40 | 4:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
210 · D 310+ RJ 656+ NJ 40233 | 12:50 Zagreb Main Station | 13h49 | 2:39 Innsbruck Hbf | 3 changes | |
210 · D 310+ RJ 658+ IR 618 | 12:50 Zagreb Main Station | 11h14 | 0:04 Innsbruck Hbf | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Zagreb to Innsbruck run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 8h 37m.
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 8h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 37m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 22:25 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Major Tyrolean museum with art, history, and cultural collections from prehistory to modern times. A strong choice for understanding the region.
Specialist museum on Tyrolean folk culture with traditional interiors, crafts, and clothing. It gives a vivid sense of everyday Alpine life.
Medieval centre of colourful facades, arcades, and narrow lanes. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for architecture, strolling, and classic views.
Viewpoint above the city reached by funicular and cable car. Even without hiking, it offers memorable alpine panoramas and a dramatic setting.
Elegant historic street lined with palaces, shops, and cafés, framed by mountain views. It is ideal for a central walk between major sights.
Tyrolean pressed cheese dumplings, usually served in broth or with salad. A classic mountain dish prized for hearty alpine flavours.
A rich potato, onion and bacon fry-up with marjoram, often topped with a fried egg. It is a staple in Tyrolean inns and mountain huts.
A dense potato and flour pancake traditionally pan-fried and served with sauerkraut or soup. It is a rustic Tyrolean comfort food.
Refined restaurant with modern Austrian cooking and a polished atmosphere, suitable for a more special dinner in Innsbruck.
Casual alpine-style venue popular for dumplings, schnitzel and local beer, with a lively and accessible city-centre atmosphere.
Traditional Tyrolean inn in the Old Town serving classics such as Gröstl, dumplings and schnitzel in a historic, cosy setting.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, mountain access and dining raise costs, though public transport and casual meals remain manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zagreb to Innsbruck trains use the Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck Westbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Innsbruck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Zinfandel's Restaurant, Le Bistro Esplanade
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Central, Palace Hotel Zagreb.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck Westbahnhof is 1 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, NALA Individuellhotel, Hotel Zach.
Innsbruck Hötting is 2 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Hötting has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
ATMs are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hötting: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hötting.
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