How to travel from Zagreb to Copenhagen, Denmark

The distance between Zagreb and Copenhagen is around 1,156km (718 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 30m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Zagreb to Copenhagen by plane, bus, train and car. 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 Copenhagen (CPH).

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Flight time1h 55m
  • Typical cost
    DKK 2,245($300)
Operated by

Croatia Airlines

+ 4 others
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Malmö.

  • Duration23hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 140($19)
Operated by

Pepeks Zagreb

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Train

Take the train to Bischofshofen and then to Høje Taastrup.

  • Duration24h 15m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    DKK 790($105)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Copenhagen.

  • Duration15h 25m
  • Distance1,731km (1,076 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zagreb and Copenhagen

There are several options for getting from Zagreb to Copenhagen by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around DKK 140 ($19) and will take around 23hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately DKK 2,245 ($300).

The distance between Zagreb and Copenhagen is around 1,156km (718 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,123km (698 miles)

It takes around 2h 30m to get from Zagreb and Copenhagen by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 15h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zagreb to Copenhagen is to fly which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx DKK 2,245 ($300).

The cheapest way to travel between Zagreb and Copenhagen, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around DKK 140 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zagreb and Copenhagen. It typically takes around 24h 15m and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Zagreb to Copenhagen. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bischofshofen and Høje Taastrup. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 24h 15m.

Croatian Railways (HŽPP) and Snälltåget run train services between Zagreb and Copenhagen. Trains depart once a week and will take around 24h 15m, 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 Copenhagen. It typically takes around 23hrs and departs once a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Zagreb to Copenhagen. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Malmö. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 23hrs.

Pepeks Zagreb and FlixBus run regular bus services between Zagreb and Copenhagen. Buses run once a week and take around 23hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Zagreb and Copenhagen. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and arrive at Copenhagen (CPH). The flight takes around 1h 55m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Zagreb and Copenhagen with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 55m.

Croatia Airlines, Norwegian Air International, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines and LOT fly between Zagreb and Copenhagen. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and and arrive into Copenhagen (CPH). These flights usually take around 1h 55m.

The flight from Zagreb to Copenhagen typically takes around 1h 55m. Flights depart from Zagreb (ZAG) and and arrive into Copenhagen (CPH).

The closest major airport to Copenhagen is Copenhagen Airport (CPH) (CPH) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Copenhagen. Aarhus Airport (AAR) (AAR) and Bornholm Airport (RNN) (RNN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Zagreb and Copenhagen. The distance is around 1,731km (1,076 miles) by road and it will take around 15h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zagreb to Copenhagen is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around DKK 2,245 ($300).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Zagreb and Copenhagen

Transport options from Zagreb to Copenhagen
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 30m
DKK 2,245($300)
every 20 mins1,156km (718 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
23hrs
DKK 140($19)
once a week1,662km (1,033 miles)
Bus via Berlin ZOB [Fernbus]24hrs
DKK 600($81)
twice daily1,501km (933 miles)
Train
24h 15m
DKK 790($105)
once a week1,808km (1,124 miles)
Drive
15h 25m
DKK 2,665($360)
on demand1,731km (1,076 miles)

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Airports near Copenhagen

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

CPH
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
International Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Copenhagen
AAR
Aarhus Airport (AAR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
139km (87 miles) from Copenhagen
RNN
Bornholm Airport (RNN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
155km (96 miles) from Copenhagen