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Compare all timetables for the bus from Zagreb to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zagreb to Istanbul from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
£74
tomorrow
£68
Wednesday
£65
Thursday
£66
Friday
£68
Saturday
£66
Sunday
£66

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 10:50 Zagreb Central Bus Station 11:25 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £74
FlixBus 23h 15m 06:45 Zagreb Central Bus Station 07:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £81
FlixBus 22h 10m 20:20 Zagreb Central Bus Station 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £89
  • Did you know that if you travel from Zagreb to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Union Ivkoni
      22h 30m
      0
      08:30
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      22:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £31
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Citylines
      9h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
    Travel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save £22

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 10:50 Zagreb Central Bus Station 11:25 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £68
FlixBus 23h 15m 06:45 Zagreb Central Bus Station 07:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £70
FlixBus 22h 10m 20:20 Zagreb Central Bus Station 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £97
  • Did you know that if you travel from Zagreb to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Union Ivkoni
      22h 30m
      0
      08:30
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      22:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £31
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Citylines
      9h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
    Travel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save £16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 10:50 Zagreb Central Bus Station 11:25 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £65
FlixBus 23h 15m 06:45 Zagreb Central Bus Station 07:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £77
FlixBus 22h 10m 20:20 Zagreb Central Bus Station 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £78
  • Did you know that if you travel from Zagreb to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Union Ivkoni
      22h 30m
      0
      08:30
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      22:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £31
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Citylines
      9h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
    Travel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 10:50 Zagreb Central Bus Station 11:25 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £66
FlixBus 23h 15m 06:45 Zagreb Central Bus Station 07:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £68
FlixBus 22h 10m 20:20 Zagreb Central Bus Station 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Zagreb to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Union Ivkoni
      22h 30m
      0
      08:30
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      22:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £31
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Citylines
      9h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
    Travel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 10:50 Zagreb Central Bus Station 11:25 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £68
FlixBus 23h 15m 06:45 Zagreb Central Bus Station 07:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £70
FlixBus 22h 10m 20:20 Zagreb Central Bus Station 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Zagreb to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Union Ivkoni
      30h 0m
      0
      01:00
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      14:30
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £26
      • Waiting Time 8h 0m
    • Huntur
      9h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Otogar Coach Station
      0
      Huntur
      Basic
      £22
    Travel time is 6h 50m longer, but you will save £20

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 10:50 Zagreb Central Bus Station 11:25 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £66
FlixBus 23h 15m 06:45 Zagreb Central Bus Station 07:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £70
FlixBus 22h 10m 20:20 Zagreb Central Bus Station 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £70
  • Did you know that if you travel from Zagreb to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Union Ivkoni
      25h 30m
      0
      04:30
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      18:00
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £24
      • Waiting Time 4h 30m
    • Huntur
      8h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      07:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Huntur
      Economy
      £24
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 35m 10:50 Zagreb Central Bus Station 11:25 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £66
FlixBus 22h 10m 20:20 Zagreb Central Bus Station 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £68
FlixBus 23h 15m 06:45 Zagreb Central Bus Station 07:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £82
  • Did you know that if you travel from Zagreb to Istanbul via Sofia, you can save more than £21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Union Ivkoni
      26h 30m
      0
      04:30
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      18:00
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £24
      • Waiting Time 4h 30m
    • Citylines
      9h 30m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
    Travel time is 3h 20m longer, but you will save £21

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Zagreb to Istanbul is £59 on 26/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Zagreb and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Zagreb and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Zagreb to Istanbul. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Zagreb and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 14 coaches from Zagreb to Istanbul, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Zagreb and Istanbul, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Zagreb to Istanbul

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Zagreb to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zagreb to Istanbul starting from £59!

Cheapest Bus £59
Fastest Bus 23h 10m
Earliest Coach 06:45
Latest Coach 20:20
Daily Bus Connections 3 Ø
Distance 1,176.1 km
Coach Companies FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Zagreb to Istanbul

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Zagreb for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£74
Tuesday 04/08
£68
Wednesday 05/08
£65
Thursday 06/08
£66
Friday 07/08
£68
Saturday 08/08
£66
Sunday 09/08
£66
Monday 10/08
£64
Tuesday 11/08
£62
Wednesday 12/08
£66
Thursday 13/08
£65
Friday 14/08
£66
Saturday 15/08
£65
Sunday 16/08
£66
Monday 17/08
£64
Tuesday 18/08
£63
Wednesday 19/08
£63
Thursday 20/08
£62
Friday 21/08
£63
Saturday 22/08
£62
Sunday 23/08
£62
Monday 24/08
£61
Tuesday 25/08
Wednesday 26/08
£59
Thursday 27/08
£62
Friday 28/08
£66
Saturday 29/08
£62
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Zagreb to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zagreb to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £59, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Zagreb to Istanbul. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £63.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zagreb to Istanbul, with £65. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £68.

How to save money travelling from Zagreb to Istanbul

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zagreb to Istanbul in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zagreb to Istanbul, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Zagreb to Istanbul are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Zagreb and Istanbul

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Zagreb and Istanbul.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zagreb to Istanbul

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Zagreb to Istanbul? Or which bus companies serve the route Zagreb to Istanbul? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zagreb to Istanbul bus

How much does a Zagreb - Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Zagreb - Istanbul bus trip is available from £59 and takes 24h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zagreb to Istanbul?

The connection Zagreb to Istanbul is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £59 to £97. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Zagreb - Istanbul route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Zagreb to Istanbul is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Zagreb take?

The quickest coach from Zagreb to Istanbul is provided by FlixBus and takes 23h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £89. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zagreb to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Zagreb at 06:45. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Zagreb to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Zagreb at 20:20. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Zagreb - Istanbul route?

Passengers looking to travel from Zagreb to Istanbul can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Zagreb and Istanbul by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Istanbul from Zagreb?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Zagreb Istanbul bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zagreb Istanbul bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zagreb to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Zagreb to Istanbul?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Zagreb and Istanbul. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Zagreb to Istanbul?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Zagreb and Istanbul change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zagreb to Istanbul

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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