Zagreb to Mostar by train
Mostar lies 311 km (193 mi) south-east of Zagreb, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 28 min at the speeds typical of Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina rail, over roughly 379 km (235 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Zagreb | Mostar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Croatia | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Population | 663,592 | 104,518 |
| Elevation | 135 m (443 ft) | 66 m (217 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zagreb) | UTC+2 (Europe/Sarajevo) |
| Stations on record | Zagreb Main Station, Zagreb Zapadni kolodvor, Zagreb Borongaj | Mostar railway station, Mostar narrow gauge railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Mostar
Crossing from Croatia into Bosnia and Herzegovina: money changes from the Euro to the Marka (BAM); the dialling code becomes +387; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Where to book trains from Zagreb to Mostar
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Staying in Mostar
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Common questions
How far is Mostar from Zagreb?
311 km (193 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Zagreb; by road roughly 379 km (235 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zagreb to Mostar by train?
About 4 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zagreb and Mostar?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Mostar?
The Marka (BAM).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.