Cities Near Zagreb
Cities near Zagreb, HR: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Samobor, Karlovac, Sisak. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Zagreb, HR is Samobor, about 13 mi (21 km) away — roughly 44 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SamoborCustard-cream town in the hills | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| KarlovacFour rivers and old forts | 31 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| SisakA riverside fortress | 31 mi / 50 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| VaraždinBaroque town and a green cemetery | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Maribor | 54 mi / 86 km | 1 hr 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Nagykanizsa | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Bihać | 69 mi / 111 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Ljubljana | 73 mi / 117 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Rijeka | 82 mi / 131 km | 1 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Zalaegerszeg | 82 mi / 132 km | 1 hr 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Zagreb
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Samobor, Karlovac, Sisak, Varaždin, Maribor. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Zagreb include Samobor, Karlovac, Sisak, Varaždin, Maribor. The closest is Samobor, about 13 miles (21 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.