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

The cheapest way to get from Passau to Zugspitze is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Passau to Zugspitze is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Passau and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct train from Passau to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Passau Hbf and arriving at Grainau, Riffelriß via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Passau to Zugspitze?

The distance between Passau and Zugspitze is 303 km. The road distance is 283.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Passau to Zugspitze without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs €70 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Passau to Zugspitze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Passau to Zugspitze train from?

Passau to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Passau Hbf station.

Train or bus from Passau to Zugspitze?

The best way to get from Passau to Zugspitze is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs €70 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €90 - €130 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Passau to Zugspitze train arrive?

Passau to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Passau to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Passau to Zugspitze is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Passau to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

There are 2618+ hotels available in Zugspitze.

Passau to Zugspitze - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Passau to Zugspitze by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to München Hbftrain Re3
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6 / ...
5h 52m
€74–133
Drive 283.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Passau to Zugspitzecar 283.9 km
3h 16m
€45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Passau Bahnhofstrasse to Regensburg Bahnhofstrassebus
2. Take the bus from Regensburg central train station to Munich central bus stationbus 083 / ...
3. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
7h 5m
€93–129
Train via Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt
1. Take the train from Passau Hbf to München Hbftrain Drf
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
3. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatttrain
6h 20m
€85–139

Passau to Zugspitze by train

49Weekly Trains

5h 52mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Passau to Zugspitze.

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Distance: 303.5 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Passau Hbf to Grainau, Riffelriß via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Passau Bahnhofstrasse to Zugspitze via Regensburg Bahnhofstrasse, Regensburg central train station, Munich central bus station, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station in around 7h 5m.

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