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Travelling from Zürich to Zagreb by train
Looking to travel from Zürich to Zagreb by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 16 hours 20 minutes to travel from Zürich to Zagreb by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 13 hours 46 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 369 miles (594 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Zagreb. Trains on this route are usually operated by either ÖBB or SBB. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Zürich to Zagreb start from £43.48 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Zagreb by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Zürich to Zagreb by train
It takes an average of 16h 20m to travel from Zürich to Zagreb by train, over a distance of around 369 miles (594 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Zürich to Zagreb and tickets for this journey start from £43.48 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:59 | |
| Departure station | Zürich | |
| Arrival station | Zagreb | |
| Journey time | From 13h 46m | |
| Distance | 369 miles (594 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £43.48 | |
| Train and bus operators | ÖBB, Flixbus, SBB CFF FFS, Autotrans by Arriva |
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ÖBB and SBB trains from Zürich to Zagreb
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SBB
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
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Cheap train tickets from Zürich to Zagreb
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Zürich to Zagreb by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.