How to travel from Zagreb to Budapest, Hungary

The distance between Zagreb and Budapest is around 338km (210 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 15m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Zagreb to Budapest by bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Zagreb (ZAG) to Budapest (BUD).

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    HUF 85,670($210)
Operated byEurowings+ 10 others
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Budapest Kelenföld bus station.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    HUF 8,650($21)
Operated byFlixBus+ 1 others
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Train

Take the train to Budapest-Deli.

  • Duration5h 50m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    HUF 10,295($25)
Operated byCroatian Railways (HŽPP)+ 1 others
🚀 Fastest
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car
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Drive

Drive to Budapest.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Distance341km (212 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zagreb and Budapest

There are several options for getting from Zagreb to Budapest by bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around HUF 8,650 ($21) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HUF 24,710 ($60).

The distance between Zagreb and Budapest is around 338km (210 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 300km (186 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Zagreb and Budapest by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zagreb to Budapest is to drive which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx HUF 24,710 ($60).

The cheapest way to travel between Zagreb and Budapest, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around HUF 8,650 ($21) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zagreb and Budapest. It typically takes around 5h 50m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Zagreb and Budapest with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 5h 50m.

Croatian Railways (HŽPP) run train services between Zagreb and Budapest. Trains depart once daily and will take around 5h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Zagreb and Budapest. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Zagreb and Budapest with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 4h 30m.

FlixBus and Nomago run regular bus services between Zagreb and Budapest. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Zagreb and Budapest. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and arrive at Budapest (BUD) - via Stuttgart (STR). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Zagreb to Budapest. There is however a flight that goes via Stuttgart (STR). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Zagreb to Budapest typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and and arrive into Budapest (BUD).

The closest major airport to Budapest is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) (BUD) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Budapest.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Zagreb and Budapest. The distance is around 341km (212 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zagreb to Budapest is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around HUF 8,650 ($21).

How do I get from Zagreb to Budapest

Compare travel optionsbetween Zagreb and Budapest

Transport options from Zagreb to Budapest
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 45m
HUF 85,670($210)
every 15 mins1,413km (878 miles)
Bus
4h 30m
HUF 8,650($21)
every 20 mins338km (210 miles)
Train
5h 50m
HUF 10,295($25)
twice daily350km (218 miles)
Drive
3h 15m
HUF 24,710($60)
on demand341km (212 miles)

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Airports near Budapest

The following major airports near Budapest offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Hungary and internationally.

BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
International Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Budapest
DEB
Debrecen International Airport (DEB)
International Airport
Distance
193km (120 miles) from Budapest