Facts about the bus from Sarajevo to Zagreb
| Cheapest Bus | $45 |
| Fastest Bus | 7h 55m |
| Earliest Bus | 9:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 10:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 4 |
| Distance | 399 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Centrotrans Eurolines BiH, Fils, Fils Pula, Globtour Medugorje |
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Sarajevo to Zagreb Destination Reviews
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Anonymous Almost excellent just no eat stops. Good space and time the trip was very close to the expected. No stops for eating and just one after only one hour and half for toilets after that no more during almost 6h! A/C worked fine in the beginning in the last 1/3 of the trip didnt work very well and was very hot inside, even talking to the driver didnt worked fine.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Jul 6, 2025
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Anonymous Seat in front of me was broken and so I was squashed. Very old bus with broken seat and dodgy closing door. We were almost an hour late in arriving.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Dec 16, 2024
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Anonymous Bezobrazni vozač. Nije bilo baš puno toga pozitivnog. Recimo da su sjedala dovoljno udobna. To je jedino pozitivno što mogu izvući iz ovoga putovanja. Za ostalo se pobrinio vaš šofer, ali o tome u ovoj drugoj rubrici. Inače ne pišem ove stvari, ali ovoga puta se trebam osvrnuti na vozača. Stariji čovjek koji se ponašao jako loše prema putnicima. Od samog početka njegova komunikacija prema putnicima je bila nekulturna i bezobrazna. U jednom trenutku je počeo da vrijeđa jednu od putnica, jer mu je ista ukazala na njegovo ponašanje. Uglavnom, ispod svakog nivoa. Bilo gdje vani ovakvo ponašanje bi bilo sankcionirano otkazom ili opomenom pred isti.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Sep 29, 2024
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Anonymous The ride was extremely uncomfortable and the driver was yelling ,because I didn't have my ticket printed (I bought the ticket online) even though it says on your site not to print it,at me as soon as I entered the bus. All in all, wouldn't recommend this route. Driving is terrible and drivers kept making jokes about falling asleep during the ride which made me really upset and uncomfortable.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Centrotrans Eurolines BiH (Centrotrans Eurolines BiH), Sep 26, 2024
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Anonymous Excellent. Everything okay. Toilet was terrible and stinks l.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Aug 14, 2024
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Anonymous We changed buses after a half hour to a better one. The second bus had more leg room and very good wifi. No toilet break until 15:30 after a 09:30 start.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Aug 13, 2024
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Anonymous 1) Garbage Bags on every seat. 2) On time departure and arrival. 1) My seat was broken. It would not stay upright. It always reclined fully annoying the person behind me and also me. 2) Air conditioning was not very good. I was sweating all day through the 8.5hr trip. 3) No time was provided for a lunch stop. 4) The toilet at the toilet stop was disgusting. Also, there should have been more than one toilet for a full coach load of people.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Jul 16, 2024
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Anonymous We were about 2h late.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Centrotrans Eurolines BiH (Centrotrans Eurolines BiH), Jul 4, 2024
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Anonymous Was erverything super. Clean, good and friendly driver.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Apr 18, 2024
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Anonymous Buen servicio. Puntualidad, amabilidad y comodidad.
Sarajevo to Zagreb, Bus Standard AC, Globtour Medugorje (Globtour Medugorje), Nov 19, 2023
Sarajevo to Zagreb Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Globtour Medugorje | Standard AC | 09:30 | 17:55 | $41.72 | |
Globtour | Standard AC | 12:30 | 20:55 | $43.90 | |
Globtour Medugorje | Standard AC | 12:30 | 20:55 | $42.83 | |
Fils Pula | Standard AC | 16:00 | 23:55 | $39.80 | |
Fils | Standard AC | 16:00 | 23:55 | $40.25 | |
Centrotrans Eurolines BiH | Standard AC | 22:00 | 06:00 | $42.36 |
How to get from Sarajevo to Zagreb by bus
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Sarajevo to Zagreb by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Sarajevo to Zagreb a conscious and budget-friendly option.
Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.
Here is the list of operators serving the route: .
How far is Sarajevo from Zagreb?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 399 km between Sarajevo and Zagreb.
How long does it take to get from Sarajevo to Zagreb by bus?
Buses normally need between 7h 55m and 8h 25m hours to get to Zagreb from Sarajevo. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.
On this route, Fils offers the fastest service. Globtour Medugorje buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.
Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.
How much does it cost to get from Sarajevo to Zagreb by bus?
The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.
Anyway, travelling by bus between Sarajevo and Zagreb remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Fils and costs USD 44.03. A Centrotrans Eurolines BiH's ticket will set you back USD 44.03 on average.
Travelling by bus essentials
- If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
- VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
- Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
- If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
- Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
- To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
- As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
- Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
- If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.
Transportation from Sarajevo to Zagreb
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Buses$ 44.03
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Taxis$ 386.12
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