The average train between Aachen and Zugspitze takes 11h 20m and the fastest train takes 8h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Aachen to Zugspitze. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Aachen and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 3:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Aachen is at 8:18 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 1:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Messe/Deutz and take an average of 11h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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16h 42m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Aachen to Zugspitze? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Aachen station and arriving at Zugspitze station via Koeln Messe/Deutz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.
Aachen to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Aachen Hbf station.
Aachen to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
The distance between Aachen and Zugspitze is 516.1 km. The road distance is 765 km.
You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Riffelriß via Koeln Messe/Deutz, Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, München Hbf, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 9h 14m.