The train between Munich and Zugspitze takes 2h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Munich 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 Munich and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Munich is at 12:32 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 3:00 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 28m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Munich 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 Munich to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from München Hbf station and arriving at Riffelriß station via Garmisch-Partenkirchen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Munich to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from München Hbf station.
Munich to Zugspitze train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, arrive at Riffelriß station.
The distance between Munich and Zugspitze is 91 km. The road distance is 116 km.
You can take a train from München Hbf to Riffelriß via Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 3h 12m.