The average train between Erfurt and Zugspitze takes 7h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Erfurt 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 5 times a day between Erfurt and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 3:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Erfurt is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 7h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Erfurt 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 Erfurt to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Erfurt station and arriving at Zugspitze station via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.
Erfurt to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.
Erfurt to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
The distance between Erfurt and Zugspitze is 395.6 km. The road distance is 473 km.
You can take a train from Erfurt Hbf to Riffelriß via Nürnberg Hbf, München Hbf, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 6h 15m.