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Essen to Zugspitze trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Zugspitze takes 9h 40m and the fastest train takes 8h 52m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Essen 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.

9h 40m
Duration
778 km
Distance
€193
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Essen to Zugspitze train times

Trains run twice a week between Essen and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 9:28 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 9h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Zugspitze DE10h 28m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Zugspitze DE8h 52m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 778.2 km
  • Duration: 9h 40m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Zugspitze, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Zugspitzplatt via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 9h 14m.

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