Route guide

Zagreb → Stuttgart

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

How to travel from Zagreb to Stuttgart

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

🚄Train

€52–150

Duration: 5h 4m

via HŽPP, Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

~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

Zagreb and Stuttgart 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 Croatia into Germany. 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.

Zagreb to Stuttgart — every option in detail

Zagreb to Stuttgart by train

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

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

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.

Zagreb to Stuttgart by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Zagreb and Stuttgart 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.

Zagreb to Stuttgart by flight

Flights between Zagreb and Stuttgart 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.

Zagreb to Stuttgart by car

The driving distance from Zagreb to Stuttgart 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 Croatia–Germany 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 Zagreb and Stuttgart 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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