The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zagreb to Rijeka
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zagreb to Rijeka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Rijeka will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $19.
Of the 11 buses that leave Zagreb for Rijeka every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 133 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zagreb to Rijeka
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a coach costs an average of $14.
Distance: 133 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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$23 Average Price | $12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zagreb to Rijeka bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Rijeka coaches for today, Thursday, 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 2h20 | 7:20 am Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h00 | 10:00 am Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h00 | 1:00 pm Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 2h45 | 1:15 pm Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h24 | 1:54 pm Ičići, Liburnijska ulica | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 am Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h00 | 2:30 pm Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:00 pm Zagreb, Bus Station | 3h24 | 5:24 pm Ičići, Liburnijska ulica | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:00 pm Zagreb, Bus Station | 2h50 | 4:50 pm Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 pm Zagreb, Bus Station | 2h40 | 8:40 pm Rijeka, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Rijeka
Buses from Zagreb to Rijeka run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 but you can travel from only $12 by train.
There are 35 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 133 km |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago, FlixBus, GoOpti, Infobus, Brioni Pula from Zagreb to RijekaYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Rijeka with Autotrans by Arriva, Nomago, FlixBus, GoOpti, Infobus, Brioni Pula for as low as $12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zagreb to Rijeka coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Rijeka 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 Rijeka, 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 Rijeka, Bus Station, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zagreb and Rijeka
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 290, 330
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 3, 7, 8, 18 Train: Rijeka Train Station
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