The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zagreb to Karlovac
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zagreb to Karlovac is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Karlovac will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Zagreb for Karlovac every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zagreb to Karlovac
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Karlovac among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a coach costs an average of $7.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
$8 Average Price | $6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zagreb to Karlovac bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Karlovac coaches for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:00 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 0h55 | 7:55 am Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 0h55 | 10:55 am Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 0h55 | 12:25 pm Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 pm Zagreb, Bus Station | 0h40 | 2:10 pm Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 pm Zagreb, Bus Station | 0h55 | 8:55 pm Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:30 am Zagreb | 0h55 | 6:25 am Karlovac | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Karlovac
Buses from Zagreb to Karlovac run on average 21 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 but you can travel from only $6 by train.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 55m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago, Autopromet Slunj, FlixBus, Infobus, Brioni, Prijevoz Knežević, Brioni Pula from Zagreb to KarlovacYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Karlovac with Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago, Autopromet Slunj, FlixBus, Infobus, Brioni, Prijevoz Knežević, Brioni Pula for as low as $6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Nomago
FlixBus
Infobus
Autopromet Slunj
Autotrans by Arriva
Brioni
Prijevoz Knežević
Brioni Pula
FAQs: Zagreb to Karlovac coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Karlovac by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Karlovac, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zagreb, Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Karlovac, Autobusni Kolodvor (Prilaz V. Holjevca), located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zagreb and Karlovac
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 8 Tram: 2, 6

