Route guide

Copenhagen → Zagreb

1122 km · Denmark to Croatia · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €37+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Zagreb

There are 4 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Zagreb — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€82–242

Duration: 9h 21m

via DSB, HŽPP

~16 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€37–99

Duration: 16h 2m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~31 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€80–255

Duration: 4h

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS

~175 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€135–247

Duration: 12h 28m

~191 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Copenhagen and Zagreb highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1122 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Denmark into Croatia. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Copenhagen to Zagreb — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Zagreb by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Zagreb (Croatia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 21m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, HŽPP.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €82 to €242. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 16 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 175 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~159 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Zagreb by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Zagreb with a typical journey of 16h 2m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €37 when booked in advance, rising to €99 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Copenhagen to Zagreb by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Zagreb take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS.

Typical fare range is €80–255. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 175 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Zagreb by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Zagreb is approximately 1290 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 12h 28m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €135–247 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Croatia border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 191 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Zagreb is approximately 1122 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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