What is the cheapest way to get from Como to Zugspitze?

The cheapest way to get from Como to Zugspitze is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Como to Zugspitze?

The fastest way to get from Como to Zugspitze is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Como and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct train from Como to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Como S.Giovanni and arriving at Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

How far is it from Como to Zugspitze?

The distance between Como and Zugspitze is 511 km. The road distance is 304.8 km.

How do I travel from Como to Zugspitze without a car?

The best way to get from Como to Zugspitze without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs €100 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Como to Zugspitze?

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Como to Zugspitze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Zugspitze train from?

Como to Zugspitze train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Como S.Giovanni station.

Train or bus from Como to Zugspitze?

The best way to get from Como to Zugspitze is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs €100 - €150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €180 - €320 and takes 11h 39m.

Where does the Como to Zugspitze train arrive?

Como to Zugspitze train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Como to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Zugspitze is 305 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Como to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

There are 2671+ hotels available in Zugspitze.

Como to Zugspitze - 7 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Como to Zugspitze by train, car, bus, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Zürich HBtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Oetztaltrain Rjx
3. Drive from Telfs-Pfaffenhofen to Zugspitzecar
8h 26m
€164–314
Drive 304.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Como to Zugspitzecar 304.8 km
5h 15m
€49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Como to Munich central bus stationbus FlixBus 456 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
9h 45m
€107–148
Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane MXP - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Pasingtrain
3. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
8h 45m
€111–245
Train
1. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
11h 39m
€189–315
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lecco to Bresciatrain R7
2. Take the bus from Brescia - North Bus Station to Innsbruckbus
3. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
14h 49m
€87–111
Fly from Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane LIN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Pasingtrain
3. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
9h 6m
€121–295

Como to Zugspitze by train

49Weekly Trains

11h 39mAverage Duration

€189Cheapest Price

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Distance: 511.3 km
Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Como, Italy and Zugspitze, Germany?

You can take a bus from Como to Zugspitze via Munich central bus station and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station in around 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Como S.Giovanni to Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 11h 39m.

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