How to travel from Amsterdam to Zagreb, Croatia

The distance between Amsterdam and Zagreb is around 1,329km (826 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 11h 60m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Amsterdam to Zagreb by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ZagrebAmsterdam if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf, München Hbf, Salzburg Hbf then Villach Hbf and then to Zagreb Glavni Kol..

  • Duration16hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    HRK 1,690($225)
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Bus

Take the bus to Bihac and then to Zagreb Central Bus Station.

  • Duration18h 20m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    HRK 940($125)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Zagreb.

  • Duration11h 60m
  • Distance1,329km (826 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Amsterdam and Zagreb

There are several options for getting from Amsterdam to Zagreb by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around HRK 600 ($80) and will take around 23h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 11h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HRK 2,055 ($275).

The distance between Amsterdam and Zagreb is around 1,329km (826 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,086km (675 miles)

It takes around 16hrs to get from Amsterdam and Zagreb by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Amsterdam to Zagreb is to drive which takes around 11h 60m and will set you back approx HRK 2,055 ($275).

The cheapest way to travel between Amsterdam and Zagreb, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around HRK 600 ($80) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Amsterdam and Zagreb. It typically takes around 16hrs and departs once daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Amsterdam to Zagreb. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf, München Hbf, Salzburg Hbf and Villach Hbf. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 16hrs.

Dutch Railways, Deutsche Bahn, Transdev, WESTbahn, Meridian, BOB & BRB, Austrian Railways (ÖBB), Railjet and ÖBB Intercity run train services between Amsterdam and Zagreb. Trains depart once daily and will take around 16hrs, 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 Amsterdam and Zagreb. It typically takes around 18h 20m and departs twice a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Amsterdam and Zagreb with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 23h 55m.

Sonnen-Busreisen Prosic, Autopromet d.d. Slunj and FlixBus run regular bus services between Amsterdam and Zagreb. Buses run twice a week and take around 18h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Amsterdam to Zagreb. We recommend that you take the train to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbf, München Hbf, Salzburg Hbf then Villach Hbf and then to Zagreb Glavni Kol.. instead which will take 16hrs.

The closest major airport to Zagreb is Zagreb Airport (ZAG) (ZAG) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Zagreb. Rijeka Airport (RJK) (RJK) and Pula Airport (PUY) (PUY) 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 Amsterdam and Zagreb. The distance is around 1,329km (826 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Amsterdam to Zagreb is to take the train which takes, on average, 16hrs and will usually cost around HRK 1,690 ($225).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Amsterdam and Zagreb

Transport options from Amsterdam to Zagreb
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
16hrs
HRK 1,690($225)
once daily1,398km (869 miles)
Train via Rosenheim21hrs
HRK 1,125($150)
6 times a week1,457km (905 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
18h 20m
HRK 940($125)
twice a week1,654km (1,027 miles)
Bus to Zagreb23h 55m
HRK 600($80)
twice daily1,512km (939 miles)
Drive
11h 60m
HRK 2,055($275)
on demand1,329km (826 miles)

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Airports near Zagreb

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

ZAG
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Zagreb
RJK
Rijeka Airport (RJK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
128km (80 miles) from Zagreb
PUY
Pula Airport (PUY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
190km (118 miles) from Zagreb