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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Zugspitze is to train which costs €70 - €130 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Zugspitze is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs €85 - €130.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Grainau, Riffelriß via Nürnberg Hbf, München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Zugspitze?

The distance between Leipzig and Zugspitze is 589 km. The road distance is 539.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Zugspitze without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 57m and costs €90 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Leipzig to Zugspitze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Zugspitze train from?

Leipzig to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.

Train or bus from Leipzig to Zugspitze?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Zugspitze is to train via Nuremberg which takes 6h 57m and costs €90 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €95 - €150 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Leipzig to Zugspitze train arrive?

Leipzig to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Zugspitze is 540 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Leipzig to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Zugspitze.

Leipzig to Zugspitze - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Leipzig to Zugspitze by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
6h 57m
€91–214
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to München Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
3. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatttrain
7h 15m
€72–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Munich central bus stationbus N95 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
8h 30m
€98–145
Drive 539.5 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Zugspitzecar 539.5 km
5h 15m
€87–126
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane LEJ - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Pasingtrain
3. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
8h 55m
€222–347
Train via Hof
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to München Hbftrain Re2
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
11h 9m
Fly Leipzig-Halle Airport to Innsbruck Airport, drive
1. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane LEJ - INN
2. Drive from Telfs Gh Martina to Zugspitzecar
11h 44m
€170–580
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Dresden Bahnhof Neustadttrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DRS - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Pasingtrain
4. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
7h 56m
€199–354
Train to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to S Südkreuz Bhftrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane BER - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Pasingtrain
4. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
8h 16m
€128–284

Leipzig to Zugspitze by train

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6h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 589.4 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Leipzig, Germany and Zugspitze, Germany?

You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Grainau, Riffelriß via Nürnberg Hbf, München Hbf, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leipzig central train station to Zugspitze via Munich central bus station and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station in around 8h 30m.

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