What is the cheapest way to get from Austria to Zugspitze?

The cheapest way to get from Austria to Zugspitze is to drive which costs €80 - €120 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austria to Zugspitze?

The fastest way to get from Austria to Zugspitze is to drive which takes 5h 29m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Austria and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct bus from Austria to Zugspitze station. However, there are services departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station via Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Austria and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct train from Austria to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Stephansplatz and arriving at Riffelriß via Wien Hbf, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Austria to Zugspitze?

The distance between Austria and Zugspitze is 574 km. The road distance is 502 km.

How do I travel from Austria to Zugspitze without a car?

The best way to get from Austria to Zugspitze without a car is to train which takes 8h 47m and costs €110 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Austria to Zugspitze?

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Austria to Zugspitze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austria to Zugspitze bus from?

Austria to Zugspitze bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where do I catch the Austria to Zugspitze train from?

Austria to Zugspitze train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Austria to Zugspitze?

The best way to get from Austria to Zugspitze is to train which takes 8h 47m and costs €110 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €110 - €160 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Austria to Zugspitze bus arrive?

Austria to Zugspitze bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Austria to Zugspitze train arrive?

Austria to Zugspitze train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Austria to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Austria to Zugspitze is 502 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Austria to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

There are 2762+ hotels available in Zugspitze.

Austria to Zugspitze - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Austria to Zugspitze by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain 5404 / ...
8h 47m
€112–163
Drive 502 km
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1. Drive from Vienna to Zugspitzecar 502 km
5h 29m
€82–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Munich central bus stationbus N1395 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
9h 37m
€114–159
Train via Wien Westbahnhof
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain 79212 / ...
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain 5404 / ...
9h 58m
€138–219

Austria to Zugspitze by subway and train

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Distance: 574.2 km
Duration: 8h 47m

What companies run services between Austria and Zugspitze, Germany?

You can take a subway from Stephansplatz to Riffelriß via Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf., Wien Hbf, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 8h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Stephansplatz to Zugspitze via Erdberg, Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), Munich central bus station, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station in around 9h 37m.

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