Zagreb to Subotica by train
Subotica lies 287 km (178 mi) east of Zagreb, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 7 min at the speeds typical of Croatia and Serbia rail, over roughly 350 km (217 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Zagreb | Subotica | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Croatia | Serbia |
| Population | 663,592 | 100,000 |
| Elevation | 135 m (443 ft) | 115 m (377 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zagreb) | UTC+2 (Europe/Belgrade) |
| Stations on record | Zagreb Main Station, Zagreb Zapadni kolodvor, Zagreb Borongaj | Subotica railway station, Kelebia railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Subotica
Crossing from Croatia into Serbia: money changes from the Euro to the Dinar (RSD); the dialling code becomes +381; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648834 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648835.
Where to book trains from Zagreb to Subotica
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Staying in Subotica
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Common questions
How far is Subotica from Zagreb?
287 km (178 mi) in a straight line, east of Zagreb; by road roughly 350 km (217 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zagreb to Subotica by train?
About 4 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zagreb and Subotica?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Subotica?
The Dinar (RSD).
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.