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Car Hire at Zagreb Train Station - Gateway to Croatia

Situated just a 10-minute stroll from the heart of the city, Zagreb Train Station is not only Croatia's busiest railway hub (the other main stations are Zagreb Zapadni Kolodvor and Zagreb Klara), it is also one of the capital's most striking buildings. Known locally as Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor, it continues to impress residents and visitors alike with its beautifully-proportioned neo-classical architectural style and prime central location.

Once one of the main stops for the world-famous Orient Express, the station today caters for the bulk of the growing number of international travellers visiting the city by train, especially during the warm summer months. With seven platforms and nine tracks, it is very well designed (despite its age) with all the signs written in both Croatian and English so that passengers can easily navigate their way through the station.

A very popular meeting point for many locals, Zagreb Train Station is well connected with railway links to most main domestic cities such as Split, Dubrovnik and Rijeka, as well as several key international destinations, most notably Budapest, Belgrade, Frankfurt, Munich, Salzburg, Vienna and Zurich. Located right opposite King Tomislav Square Park, it is close to many of Zagreb's top tourist attractions, including the city's beautiful botanical gardens.

Croatia's gracious capital, Zagreb is a thriving tourist destination with a fine selection of museums, monuments and cultural attractions. The historic Old Town consists of the upper part (Gornji Grad) and lower district (Donji Grad), both of which are packed with many interesting places to visit. The city's long list of must-see sights includes the Archeological Museum (Arheoloski Muzej), Museum of Mimara (Muzej Mimara) and the amazing Museum of Broken Relationships (not to be missed!).

With a car hire from Zagreb Train Station you'll be able to explore the whole of this wonderful city in total comfort and at your own pace before heading off to discover the country's golden sandy Adriatic coastline just a couple of hours away by car. Other popular day-trip and road-trip options include a visit to the stunning Plitvice Lakes (one of the best places for tourists to go in Croatia) and the impressive port city of Rijeka.

One of the world's leading car hire companies, Auto Europe offers competitive car rental prices with a choice of over 28,000 convenient pick-up and drop-off locations in more than 190 popular destinations around the globe. By collaborating with all the top vehicle suppliers, we are able to provide our customers with a wide choice of car categories, from small, economical cars for city sightseeing to large, spacious SUVs for extended trips to the Adriatic Coast.

Booking your low-cost car rental at Zagreb Train Station with Auto Europe is a guarantee of quality and reliability. Furthermore, you can confirm your reservation online now or call our award-winning rental specialists and they will be more than happy to find you the best deal for your trip. For added peace of mind, please take a look at the ratings and comments posted by previous Auto Europe customers on our Zagreb car hire reviews page.

Station Information

Designed by the renowned Hungarian architect Ferenc Pfaff, Zagreb Train Station is a magnificent city landmark that officially opened on the 1st of July 1892. Notable for its large halls with very high ceilings, it is part of the city's vast cultural heritage and has been tastefully reconstructed twice since its grand opening, once in 1987 for the Summer University Games and again in 2006.

Where to pick up my car hire at Zagreb Train Station

Many of the world's most prestigious vehicle rental companies offer car hire at Zagreb Train Station, with their offices located a little way off-site. The majority of the suppliers operating at the station  are situated a short walk away with convenient pick-up points available. Don't forget to have all the necessary documents to hand when you arrive to collect your car, including your driving licence, coverage details and Auto Europe voucher.

Hertz at Zagreb Train Station Ul. Grada Vukovara 274 Zagreb, Croatia 10000 +385 1 4846 777

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Station facilities

Zagreb Train Station is very modern and offers everything travellers might ever need for a relaxing, comfortable journey. There's a tourist information desk for help with accommodation, etc. as well as a couple of ATMs and a bureau de change. Passengers also have access to left-luggage facilities and a spacious waiting area. Food points are available where visitors can purchase soft drinks, sandwiches and fresh pastries made on the premises. Underneath the station there's a large shopping centre where several fashion boutiques, souvenir shops, restaurants, bars and cafés can be found, along with a well-stocked supermarket. Nearby the station entrance there's a selection of hotels to suit all budgets, including a few low-cost B&Bs and apartments. Passengers with time on their hands can visit the Zagreb Botanical Gardens and Art Pavillion a short walk away.

How to get to and from Zagreb Train station

Due to its central location, travellers who rent a car at Zagreb Train Station can get there quickly and easily from all parts of the city, including Zagreb Airport. The Croatian capital boasts an extensive, efficient public transport network which also operates effectively between the airport and city centre, from which a tram runs Zagreb Train Station, which is located south of Ban Josip Jelačić square. There is a taxi rank right outside the station entrance.

Parking tips

After picking up your car rental at Zagreb Train Station, you'll find that the city is divided into parking zones, each of which is indicated by signs on the side of the streets. Generally speaking, Zone 1 has a maximum parking period of 2 hours and Zone 2 has a maximum of 3 hours. Makre sure that you buy a ticket at the nearest machine and display it on the car's dashboard. Zagreb has a good selection of large car parks in and around the inner city in various locations close to the main tourist attraction, including Langov Square, Tuškanac, Kvaternik Square, Petrinjska, Garage Cvjetni, Importanne Centre, Kaptol Centre, Branimir Center, Importanne Galleria, Rebro and Gorica. There's also an underground parking garage close to Zagreb Train Station (located at Trg Stjepana Radića).

Useful links

Zagreb Tourist Info