The average train between Erlangen and Zugspitze takes 6h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Erlangen 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 Erlangen and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 4:43 AM at night, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 6h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Erlangen 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 Erlangen to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Erlangen station and arriving at Zugspitze station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.
Erlangen to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erlangen station.
Erlangen to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Riffelriß station.
The distance between Erlangen and Zugspitze is 241.3 km. The road distance is 307 km.
You can take a train from Erlangen to Riffelriß via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 5h 5m.