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What is the best way to travel from Karlovac to Zagreb?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Zagreb from Karlovac. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 7 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
0h 30m
$6
$10
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Train
8h 53m
$29
$29
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What is the cheapest way to reach Zagreb from Karlovac?

You can get to Zagreb with just $6 by taking a Bus from Arriva Croatia, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $6
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from $6

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Arriva Croatia
    0h 55m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    5:55 PM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva Croatia
    Basic
    $6
  • Arriva
    0h 55m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    5:55 PM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva
    Basic
    $6
  • Brioni Pula
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    9:55 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Brioni Pula
    Basic
    $7
  • FlixBus
    0h 55m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    9:40 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $7
  • Autopromet Slunj
    0h 55m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    7:35 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Autopromet Slunj
    Basic
    $8

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Arriva Croatia
    0h 55m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    5:55 PM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva Croatia
    Basic
    $6
  • Brioni Pula
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    9:55 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Brioni Pula
    Basic
    $7
  • Brioni Pula
    0h 50m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    11:40 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Brioni Pula
    Basic
    $7
  • Arriva Croatia
    0h 55m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    10:15 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva Croatia
    Basic
    $7
  • GoOpti
    0h 30m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Zagreb Airport
    Zagreb Airport
    4:30 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    GoOpti
    Basic
    $41
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • ÖBB
    8h 53m
    0
    2:13 AM
    Karlovac
    Central Station
    11:06 AM
    Zagreb
    Train Station
    0
    ÖBB
    Economy
    from $29

What are the fastest trips from Karlovac to Zagreb?

You can get to Zagreb from Karlovac in just 0h 30m with a Bus from GoOpti. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
from 0h 50m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 0h 30m

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • Brioni Pula
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    9:55 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Brioni Pula
    Basic
    $7
  • Arriva Croatia
    0h 55m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    5:55 PM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva Croatia
    Basic
    $6
  • Arriva
    0h 55m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    5:55 PM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva
    Basic
    $6
  • FlixBus
    0h 55m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    9:40 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $7
  • Autopromet Slunj
    0h 55m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    7:35 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Autopromet Slunj
    Basic
    $8

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • GoOpti
    0h 30m
    0
    4:00 AM
    Zagreb Airport
    Zagreb Airport
    4:30 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    GoOpti
    Basic
    $41
  • Brioni Pula
    0h 50m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    9:55 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Brioni Pula
    Basic
    $7
  • Brioni Pula
    0h 50m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    11:40 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Brioni Pula
    Basic
    $7
  • Arriva Croatia
    0h 55m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    5:55 PM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva Croatia
    Basic
    $6
  • Arriva Croatia
    0h 55m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Karlovac
    Central bus station
    10:15 AM
    Zagreb
    Central Bus Station
    0
    Arriva Croatia
    Basic
    $7
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • ÖBB
    8h 53m
    0
    2:13 AM
    Karlovac
    Central Station
    11:06 AM
    Zagreb
    Train Station
    0
    ÖBB
    Economy
    from $29
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Karlovac to Zagreb

What are the most popular stations in Karlovac and Zagreb?

In Karlovac, you will usually depart from Mrzlo Polje Station, Tounj (Zdenac) or Central bus station, while in Zagreb you will be arriving at Train Station, Central Bus Station or Zapadni Kolodvor, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Zagreb from Karlovac? With 5 connections between 7 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Karlovac and Zagreb, you can pay as low as $6 with a Bus from Arriva Croatia.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from GoOpti: you will get to Zagreb in just 0h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Karlovac and Zagreb are Arriva Croatia, Brioni Pula and Arriva, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Karlovac and Zagreb is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Duga Resa or to Buzin, and look at flights from Zagreb Airport, and landing at Zagreb Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Karlovac to Zagreb?

The most popular companies between Karlovac and Zagreb, are Arriva Croatia, Brioni Pula and Arriva. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Arriva Croatia, Brioni Pula, Arriva and 3 more.

Train companies: ÖBB

All you need to know when you travel from Karlovac to Zagreb

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Karlovac to Zagreb. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Karlovac to Zagreb

How can I reach Zagreb from Karlovac?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Zagreb from Karlovac.

How far is Zagreb from Karlovac?

The distance between Karlovac and Zagreb is 30.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Karlovac and Zagreb?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 8 kgs, and a flight 12 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Karlovac to Zagreb?

You can get to Zagreb with just $6 by taking a Bus from Arriva Croatia.

What is the fastest way to get from Karlovac to Zagreb?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Zagreb in just 0h 30m with a Bus from GoOpti.

More routes to Karlovac and to Zagreb

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Karlovac and to Zagreb. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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