Bus Zagreb to Karlovac: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Zagreb to Karlovac

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zagreb to Karlovac from various bus operators like Arriva Croatia, FlixBus or Autopromet Slunj for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	0h 50m	7:00 AM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	7:50 AM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/19/2026 7:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/19/2026 7:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	0h 55m	8:00 AM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	8:55 AM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/19/2026 8:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/19/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
FlixBus	0h 55m	11:00 AM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	11:55 AM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/19/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/19/2026 11:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
FlixBus	0h 55m	12:30 PM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	1:25 PM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/19/2026 12:30:00 PM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/19/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
FlixBus	0h 55m	9:00 PM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	9:55 PM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Economy	$7	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/19/2026 9:00:00 PM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/19/2026 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Arriva Croatia	0h 55m	1:15 AM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	2:10 AM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Basic	$7	A Bus from Arriva Croatia goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/22/2026 1:15:00 AM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/22/2026 2:10:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Arriva Croatia	0h 55m	7:30 AM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	8:25 AM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Basic	$7	A Bus from Arriva Croatia goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/22/2026 7:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/22/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Nomago	0h 55m	3:00 PM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	3:55 PM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Economy	$7	A Bus from Nomago goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/22/2026 3:00:00 PM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/22/2026 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Nomago	0h 55m	7:00 PM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	7:55 PM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Economy	$7	A Bus from Nomago goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/22/2026 7:00:00 PM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/22/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Brioni Pula	1h 0m	4:00 PM	Zagreb	Central Bus Station	5:00 PM	Karlovac	Central bus station	Basic	$7	A Bus from Brioni Pula goes from Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) at 1/22/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central bus station, Karlovac (Croatia) arriving at 1/22/2026 5:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Zagreb to Karlovac is $6 on 2/3/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Zagreb and Karlovac

See here how frequent the connections between Zagreb and Karlovac are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 25 daily buses from Zagreb to Karlovac. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Zagreb and Karlovac.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 12 buses from Zagreb to Karlovac, while Night sees the fewest connections between Zagreb and Karlovac, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Zagreb to Karlovac

Compare all providers like Arriva Croatia, FlixBus and Autopromet Slunj that travel 15 times every day by bus from Zagreb to Karlovac in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zagreb to Karlovac starting from $6!

Cheapest Bus	$6
Fastest Bus	0h 40m
Earliest Bus	7:00 AM
Latest Bus	8:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	15 Ø
Distance	30.3 miles
Bus Companies	Arriva Croatia, FlixBus, Autopromet Slunj, Nomago and Brioni Pula

Cheapest bus connections from Zagreb to Karlovac

Every day, 15 buses from 5 bus companies leave Zagreb for Karlovac: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/19/2026 and for the following days.

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The cheapest time to travel from Zagreb to Karlovac

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zagreb to Karlovac, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $7, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zagreb to Karlovac. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $7.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zagreb to Karlovac, with $6. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $7.

How to save money travelling from Zagreb to Karlovac

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zagreb to Karlovac in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zagreb to Karlovac, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Zagreb to Karlovac are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Zagreb and Karlovac

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Zagreb and Karlovac.

Central Bus Station

Avenija Marina Držića 4

Dubrava

Vrapče

Maksimir

Črnomerec

Central bus station

Prilaz Većeslava Holjevca

Tounj (Zdenac)

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zagreb to Karlovac

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Zagreb to Karlovac? Or which bus companies serve the route Zagreb to Karlovac? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zagreb to Karlovac bus

How much does a Zagreb Karlovac bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $6 and takes 0h 55m to reach Karlovac. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zagreb to Karlovac?

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $6 and $16. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Karlovac.

On average, how many connections are available from Zagreb to Karlovac each day?

Every day, the Zagreb to Karlovac bus route is served by approximately 15 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zagreb to Karlovac take?

The fastest bus from Zagreb to Karlovac is offered by FlixBus and takes 0h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $8. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zagreb to Karlovac?

The earliest bus arriving in Karlovac from Zagreb starts at 7:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Zagreb to Karlovac?

The latest bus trip departing from Zagreb for Karlovac starts at 8:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Zagreb Karlovac route?

When traveling by bus from Zagreb to Karlovac, passengers can travel with Arriva Croatia, FlixBus and Autopromet Slunj. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Karlovac?

You can check all the direct connections between Zagreb and Karlovac by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Arriva Croatia, FlixBus and Autopromet Slunj.

What can I take with me on the Zagreb to Karlovac bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Zagreb Karlovac bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zagreb Karlovac bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zagreb to Karlovac on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Zagreb to Karlovac?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zagreb to Karlovac

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Zagreb and to Karlovac

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Zagreb and to Karlovac. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!