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

The cheapest way to get from Zugspitze to Linz is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zugspitze to Linz is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Zugspitze and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Zugspitze to Linz. However, there are services departing from Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt and arriving at Linz Hbf via Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Zugspitze to Linz?

The distance between Zugspitze and Linz is 396 km. The road distance is 338.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Zugspitze to Linz without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs €100 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Zugspitze to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zugspitze to Linz train from?

Zugspitze to Linz train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, depart from Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt station.

Train or bus from Zugspitze to Linz?

The best way to get from Zugspitze to Linz is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs €100 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €150 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Zugspitze to Linz train arrive?

Zugspitze to Linz train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, arrive at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Can I drive from Zugspitze to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Zugspitze to Linz is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Zugspitze to Linz.

Where can I stay near Linz?

There are 364+ hotels available in Linz.

Zugspitze to Linz - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Zugspitze to Linz by 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.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Zugspitze to Telfs-Pfaffenhofencar
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Linz Hbftrain Rjx
4h 54m
€37–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Munich central bus stationbus 040 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich Hackerbrücke to Linz Industriezeile Bus Stopbus Arda-Tur
6h 45m
€101–128
Drive 338.4 km
1. Drive from Zugspitze to Linzcar 338.4 km
3h 56m
€54–77
Train
1. Take the train from Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
2. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to München Hbftrain Rb6
3. Take the train from Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 to Linz Hbftrain 961 / ...
6h 49m
€68–149
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
2. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to München Hbftrain Rb6
3. Take the train from München Ost to Linz Hbftrain Nj
7h 31m
€74–94

Zugspitze to Linz by train

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6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 396.4 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a vehicle from Zugspitze to Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop via Garmisch-Partenkirchen station, Munich central bus station, and Munich Hackerbrücke in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zugspitze, Bf Zugspitzplatt to Linz Hbf via Garmisch-Partenkirchen, München Hbf, and Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 in around 6h 49m.

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