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Original museum exploring broken relationships through personal objects and stories. Its inventive concept makes it one of Zagreb’s most memorable visits.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£120
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
13 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
17 h 11 m
Trains on 05 Sept
4
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Zagreb will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Zurich to Zagreb you need to make at least one change.
IC 60402 · ICE 699 · RJ 113 · 211
EC 191 · RJX 261 · IC 891 · 433
EC 95 · EC 115
EC 99 · RJ 1289 · ICE 119+
D 319
EC 99 · RJ 1289 · ICE 119+
D 319
EC 95 · EC 115
IC 60402 · ICE 699 · RJ 113 · 211
EC 191 · RJX 261 · IC 891 · 433Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a train costs an average of £106.
Distance: 593 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price | £90 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 27m Average total duration 13h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 35m Average total duration 13h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg 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 Zurich to Zagreb:
A coach is £21 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Zagreb costing on average £90.
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Zagreb costing on average £106.
Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 5m.
Train takes on average 13h 57m.
Tickets start at around £106 compared to roughly £141 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £36. The journey takes 13h 57m versus 9h 23m 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.
Direct services run with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
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 Zurich to Zagreb trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EN 40465 | 21:32 Zurich HB | 12h58 | 10:30 Zagreb Main Station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 60402 · ICE 699 · RJ 113+ D 315 | On time 21:59 Zurich HB | 19h24 | 17:23 Zagreb Main Station | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
EC 95 · EC 115 | On time 5:35 Zurich HB | 13h45 | 19:20 Zagreb Main Station | 1 change | |
EC 99 · RJ 1289 · ICE 119+ D 319 | On time 9:32 Zurich HB | 13h28 | 23:00 Zagreb Main Station | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Zurich to Zagreb run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 593 km distance in 13h 28m.
Distance 593 km |
Average train duration 13h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 13h 28m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 22:01 |
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Discover the best of Zagreb — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zagreb trip today.
Original museum exploring broken relationships through personal objects and stories. Its inventive concept makes it one of Zagreb’s most memorable visits.
Museum on Zagreb’s history from prehistoric times to the 20th century, housed in a former convent in the Upper Town.
Large archaeology museum with Egyptian, Greek, Roman and local collections, including the well-known Liber Linteus display.
Lively central square and main meeting point, surrounded by historic buildings, shops and tram lines. A practical base for exploring the city.
Green park square with fountains, mature trees and stately facades. It is a pleasant stop on Zagreb’s Lower Town walking route.
Wooded hill park reached by foot or cable car, popular for walks, viewpoints and a calmer local side of central Zagreb.
A hearty baked bean stew often enriched with smoked meat or sausages. A staple of Zagreb homes and taverns, especially in colder months.
Zagreb-style veal schnitzel stuffed with ham and cheese, then breaded and fried. It is one of the city’s best-known classic restaurant dishes.
Turkey roasted with broad, hand-stretched pasta sheets. A festive dish from the Zagreb region, closely tied to family Sunday and holiday meals.
Stylish restaurant focused on refined Croatian cooking, seasonal ingredients and a more polished fine-dining atmosphere.
Historic central restaurant known for classic Zagreb and Croatian dishes in an old-fashioned, traditional dining room.
Popular bakery and café best known for baked štrukli with sweet and savoury fillings, ideal for a casual local bite.
Moderate for Europe. Hotels are cheaper than in many capitals; dining and trams are reasonable, but central stays and tourist areas cost more.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Zagreb Main Station -> Trg bana Jelačića, Zagreb
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

Most Zurich to Zagreb trains use the Zürich HB to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Zagreb train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen 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: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
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.
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