Route guide

Stuttgart → Zagreb

609 km · Germany to Croatia · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €24+ by bus

How to travel from Stuttgart to Zagreb

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

🚄Train

€52–150

Duration: 5h 4m

via Deutsche Bahn (ICE), HŽPP

~9.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€24–63

Duration: 8h 42m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€59–193

Duration: 3h 19m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~95 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€73–134

Duration: 6h 46m

~104 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 609 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
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 Germany 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.

Stuttgart to Zagreb — every option in detail

Stuttgart to Zagreb by train

Trains link Stuttgart (Germany) and Zagreb (Croatia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 5h 4m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Deutsche Bahn (ICE), HŽPP.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €52 to €150. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 9.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 95 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~86 kg on this distance.

Stuttgart to Zagreb by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Stuttgart and Zagreb with a typical journey of 8h 42m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €24 when booked in advance, rising to €63 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.

Stuttgart to Zagreb by flight

Flights between Stuttgart and Zagreb take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 19m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €59–193. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 95 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Stuttgart to Zagreb by car

The driving distance from Stuttgart to Zagreb is approximately 700 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 6h 46m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €73–134 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Germany–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 104 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Stuttgart and Zagreb is approximately 609 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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