How to get to Zagreb from Barcelona

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Compare coach and flight for Barcelona to Zagreb

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £123 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £123, while a flight costs an average of £542.

Distance: 1215 km

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£542

Average Price

£123

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£108

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7h 58m

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5h 58m

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28h 52m

Average total duration

28h 22m

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30m

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16h 44m

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(door-to-door)

3.6 - 7.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 3.0kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Zagreb is a coach with an average price of £123.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Zagreb:

A coach is £419 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Zagreb costing on average £542.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 58m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Coach takes on average 28h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Zagreb including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 10h 46m sooner (5h 58m by flight vs 16h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £542 compared to roughly £108 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Barcelona to Zagreb

How to get to Zagreb from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Zagreb is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Union Ivkoni International
    22:0027h30
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    1:30Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)
    £751One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Union Ivkoni International
    22:0027h30
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    1:30Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)
    £751One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1127+Croatia AirlinesLH6006
    12:404h35
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    17:15Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    £8391One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    23:1032h00
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    7:10Zagreb, Bus Station
    £1351One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:4036h55
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    12:35Zagreb, Bus Station
    £1491One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    17:4533h15
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    3:00Zagreb, Bus Station
    £1581One-way
    2 changes
  • KLMKL1510 · KL1969
    6:2016h20
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    22:40Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    £2061One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1520 · KL1967
    19:4520h40
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    16:25Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    £2061One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1518 · KL1969
    17:205h20
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    22:40Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
    £2791One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Zagreb by train

The most popular day trips by train from Zagreb are Varaždin, Karlovac, Sisak, Samobor and Krapina. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Zagreb on Omio.

A view of Varaždin

Day trip from Zagreb to Varaždin by train

Why visit Varaždin for the day?

Varaždin is known for its baroque old town, elegant squares and long cultural tradition. The compact centre, shaped by palaces, churches and Varaždin Castle, has a distinctly Central European feel.

A view of Karlovac

Day trip from Zagreb to Karlovac by train

Why visit Karlovac for the day?

Karlovac is known for its star-shaped old town and the four rivers that frame the city. It has a calm, green character, with parks, riverside walks and a mix of military history, brewing heritage and easy summer swimming.

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FAQs: Barcelona to Zagreb

Travel to Zagreb easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Zagreb.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Zagreb including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Zagreb is a coach with an average price of £123.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Zagreb:

A coach is £419 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Zagreb costing on average £542.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Zagreb is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 58m.

Other travel options to Zagreb take longer:

Coach takes on average 28h 52m.

The Barcelona to Zagreb distance is approximately 1215 km.
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Zagreb is:
  • Around 62 flights per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Zagreb as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Zagreb:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Zagreb, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Zagreb, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Zagreb by coach.
  • Travel with Croatia Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Austrian Airlines, Air Serbia, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Iberia, Air France, Eurowings, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Avion Express Malta, Transavia France, asl airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Smartwings, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines, ITA to go to Zagreb by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Zagreb with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Union Ivkoni International, Infobus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Croatia Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Zagreb often also extend their vacation to go to Ljubljana, Split, Budapest, Vienna, Dubrovnik. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zagreb and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Barcelona to Zagreb, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Zagreb, you can explore the serene Zagreb Botanical Garden, admire the vibrant street art scene, and enjoy cultural performances at the Croatian National Theatre. Take a leisurely walk or have a picnic in Maksimir Park and uncover the secrets of the Grič Tunnel. For sightseeing, visit the stunning Zagreb Cathedral, the unique Museum of Broken Relationships, and the iconic St. Mark's Church. Don't miss the bustling Dolac Market and the historic Lotrščak Tower for panoramic city views.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Zagreb is enough to explore major attractions like the historic Upper Town, museums, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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