How to Get from Budapest to Zagreb
Budapest to Zagreb is 303 km in a straight line. The trip takes 3h 55m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Budapest to Zagreb by price and travel time (route calculated on 9 November 2026).
- First bus at 07:00, last at 23:55
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 55m
direct
Bus
€17
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 9 Nov 2026
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Budapest to Zagreb. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 55m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 303 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
303 km in a straight line
Budapest to Zagreb: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Budapest Kelenföld → Zagrebbus
FlixBus·3h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Budapest to Zagreb
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €81 | |
| December 2026 | €67 | |
| January 2027 | €58 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Budapest to Zagreb
FlixBus publishes departures from 07:00 to 23:55.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 07:00 | 23:55 |
All departures
- 07:00
- 07:25
- 08:00
- 08:25
- 09:30
- 09:50
- 11:30
- 11:55
- 12:25
- 13:25
- 14:00
- 14:20
- 14:25
- 14:30
- 14:50
- 15:00
- 15:20
- 16:55
- 17:20
- 17:55
- 18:20
- 21:55
- 22:55
- 23:30
- 23:55
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 3h 55m€22Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
How the Trip from Budapest to Zagreb Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 9 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Budapest Kelenföld to Zagreb, about 3h 55m. In total it's roughly €17 over 3h 55m, direct, no transfers.
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Budapest to Zagreb: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Zagreb?
Routavio's route check on 9 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 3h 55m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Budapest to Zagreb?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 07:00 and the last at 23:55, from Budapest Népliget, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Budapest to Zagreb leave from?
Budapest Népliget with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Zagreb from Budapest?
About 303 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Budapest to Zagreb cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €17. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Budapest to Zagreb?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Budapest to Zagreb without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 3h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Zagreb?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 9 Nov 2026