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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Zagreb
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€15
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€15
Fastest journey on Oct 13
6 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
6 h 28 m
Trains on Oct 13
1
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Zagreb will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 1 trains from Budapest to Zagreb, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 28 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest trains will take 6 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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3:35 PM6h28Budapest10:03 PMZagreb€151One-way0 transfers
- 3:35 PM6h28Budapest10:03 PMZagreb€151One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Zagreb
Hungary
Croatia
Trains from Budapest to Zagreb run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 9h 21m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 9h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 21m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug from Budapest to Zagreb trainsEuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug trains will get you between Budapest and Zagreb from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
EuroNight
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Zagreb
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Zagreb by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Zagreb
Most Budapest to Zagreb trains use the Budapest Keleti to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Zagreb train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Zagreb leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Which Zagreb station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor from Zagreb city centre
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor train station facilities and services
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zinfandel's Restaurant, Le Bistro Esplanade
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Central, Palace Hotel Zagreb.
More options for your journey from Budapest to Zagreb
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Most popular trains to and from Zagreb and Budapest
Most popular train connections to Zagreb
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