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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Zugspitze is to drive which costs €80 - €120 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Zugspitze is to fly and drive which takes 4h 31m and costs €95 - €310.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Wien Westbahnhof and arriving at Grainau, Riffelriß via Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Vienna to Zugspitze?

The distance between Vienna and Zugspitze is 497 km. The road distance is 501.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Zugspitze without a car is to train via Salzburg which takes 7h 40m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Vienna to Zugspitze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Zugspitze train from?

Vienna to Zugspitze train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, depart from Wien Westbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Zugspitze?

The best way to get from Vienna to Zugspitze is to train via Salzburg which takes 7h 40m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €95 - €150 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Vienna to Zugspitze train arrive?

Vienna to Zugspitze train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Zugspitze is 502 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Vienna to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

There are 2554+ hotels available in Zugspitze.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Vienna to Zugspitze by plane, car, train, or bus

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

Fly to Innsbruck Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)VIE - INN
2. Drive from Telfs Gh Martina to Zugspitze
4h 31m
€97–305
Train via Salzburg
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg HauptbahnhofDrf / ...
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to München Hbf90 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-PartenkirchenRb6
7h 40m
€74–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Munich central bus stationN1395 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station040 / ...
8h 30m
€97–150
Drive 501.6 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Zugspitze501.6 km
5h 27m
€80–116
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Munich International Airport (MUC)VIE - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Pasing
3. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
7h 44m
€144–332
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofRjx
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchen5404 / ...
8h 48m
€82–228
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Amstetten NÖDrf / ...
2. Take the bus from Amstetten Bahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
9h 39m

Vienna to Zugspitze by train

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7h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 496.6 km
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Zugspitze, Germany?

You can take a train from Wien Westbahnhof to Grainau, Riffelriß via Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, München Hbf, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Zugspitze via Munich central bus station and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station in around 8h 30m.

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