Zagreb to Banja Luka by train
Banja Luka lies 150 km (93 mi) south-east of Zagreb, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 9 min at the speeds typical of Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina rail, over roughly 183 km (114 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Zagreb | Banja Luka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Croatia | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Population | 663,592 | 221,106 |
| Elevation | 135 m (443 ft) | 151 m (495 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Zagreb) | UTC+2 (Europe/Sarajevo) |
| Stations on record | Zagreb Main Station, Zagreb Zapadni kolodvor, Zagreb Borongaj | Banja Luka railway station, Vrbanja railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Banja Luka
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 Banja Luka
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Staying in Banja Luka
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Common questions
How far is Banja Luka from Zagreb?
150 km (93 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Zagreb; by road roughly 183 km (114 mi).
How long does it take to get from Zagreb to Banja Luka by train?
About 2 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zagreb and Banja Luka?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Banja Luka?
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.