The average train between Ingolstadt and Zugspitze takes 4h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Ingolstadt 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 twice daily between Ingolstadt and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Ingolstadt is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 4h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


4h 23m • 2 changes

3h 29m • 2 changes

3h 31m • 2 changes

3h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Ingolstadt Hbf station and arriving at Riffelriß station via München Hbf station and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.
Ingolstadt to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Ingolstadt Hbf station.
Ingolstadt to Zugspitze train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, arrive at Riffelriß station.
The distance between Ingolstadt and Zugspitze is 152.9 km. The road distance is 196 km.
You can take a train from Ingolstadt Hbf to Riffelriß via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 4h 23m.