The average train between Nürnberg Hbf and Zugspitze takes 4h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Nürnberg Hbf 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 3 times a day between Nürnberg Hbf and Zugspitze. The earliest departure is at 4:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Nürnberg Hbf is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Zugspitze at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 4h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Nürnberg Hbf 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 Nürnberg Hbf to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Nürnberg Hbf station and arriving at Zugspitze station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.
Nürnberg Hbf to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Nürnberg Hbf station.
Nürnberg Hbf to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Riffelriß station.
The distance between Nürnberg Hbf and Zugspitze is 225.2 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Nürnberg Hbf to Riffelriß via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 5h.