Route guide

Zagreb → Vilnius

1185 km · Croatia to Lithuania · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €39+ by bus

How to travel from Zagreb to Vilnius

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

🚄Train

€86–253

Duration: 9h 53m

via HŽPP, LTG Link

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€39–103

Duration: 16h 56m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~33 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€82–262

Duration: 4h 5m

via Ryanair, easyJet

~185 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€142–261

Duration: 13h 10m

~202 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1185 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 Croatia into Lithuania. 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 Vilnius — every option in detail

Zagreb to Vilnius by train

Trains link Zagreb (Croatia) and Vilnius (Lithuania) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 9h 53m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include HŽPP, LTG Link.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €86 to €253. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 17 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 185 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~168 kg on this distance.

Zagreb to Vilnius by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Zagreb and Vilnius with a typical journey of 16h 56m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €39 when booked in advance, rising to €103 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 Vilnius by flight

Flights between Zagreb and Vilnius take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 5m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet.

Typical fare range is €82–262. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 185 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Zagreb to Vilnius by car

The driving distance from Zagreb to Vilnius is approximately 1363 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 10m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €142–261 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Croatia–Lithuania 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 202 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Zagreb and Vilnius is approximately 1185 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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