The average train between Zugspitze and Kiel takes 18h 45m and the fastest train takes 17h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Zugspitze to Kiel. 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 Zugspitze and Kiel. The earliest departure is at 2:50 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Zugspitze is at 4:50 PM which arrives into Kiel at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Garmisch-Partenkirchen and take an average of 18h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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18h 50m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zugspitze to Kiel? 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 Zugspitze to Kiel. However, there are services departing from Zugspitze station and arriving at Kiel station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 45m.
Zugspitze to Kiel train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
Zugspitze to Kiel train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, arrive at Kiel Hbf station.
The distance between Zugspitze and Kiel is 769.6 km. The road distance is 989 km.
You can take a train from Riffelriß to Kiel Hbf via Garmisch-Partenkirchen, München Hbf, and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 11h 16m.