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 29m.

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 27m 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 Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Vienna to Zugspitze?

The distance between Vienna and Zugspitze is 582 km. The road distance is 502 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 bus which takes 8h 30m and costs €95 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m 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 bus which takes 8h 30m and costs €95 - €160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €85 - €180 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Vienna to Zugspitze train arrive?

Vienna to Zugspitze train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Zugspitze is 502 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Vienna to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

There are 2581+ hotels available in Zugspitze.

Vienna to Zugspitze - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Zugspitze by train, car, bus, 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, drive
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Drive from Telfs-Pfaffenhofen to Zugspitzecar
6h 6m
€83–132
Drive 502 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Vienna to Zugspitzecar 502 km
5h 29m
€81–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Munich central bus stationbus N1395 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
8h 30m
€95–154
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, drive
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane VIE - INN
2. Drive from Telfs Gh Martina to Zugspitzecar
4h 27m
€97–305
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train 968 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6 / ...
8h 7m
€86–175
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane VIE - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Pasingtrain
3. Take the train from Pasing to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
7h 44m
€144–342

Vienna to Zugspitze by train

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8h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 581.7 km
Duration: 6h 6m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Westbahnhof to Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 8h 7m.

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