The average train between Kaufbeuren and Zugspitze takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Kaufbeuren 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 Kaufbeuren and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 5:37 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kaufbeuren is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Pasing and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 20m • 2 changes

3h 17m • 2 changes

3h 17m • 2 changes

3h 17m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kaufbeuren 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 Kaufbeuren to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Kaufbeuren station and arriving at Riffelriß station via Pasing station and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Kaufbeuren to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kaufbeuren station.
Kaufbeuren to Zugspitze train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, arrive at Riffelriß station.
The distance between Kaufbeuren and Zugspitze is 58.1 km. The road distance is 83 km.
You can take a train from Kaufbeuren to Riffelriß via Pasing and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 4h 28m.