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

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Zugspitze is to drive which costs €80 - €120 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Zugspitze is to drive which takes 5h 23m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct train from Erfurt to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Zugspitzplatt via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Zugspitze?

The distance between Erfurt and Zugspitze is 476 km. The road distance is 494.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Erfurt to Zugspitze without a car is to train which takes 6h 39m and costs €100 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Erfurt to Zugspitze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Zugspitze train from?

Erfurt to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Erfurt to Zugspitze train arrive?

Erfurt to Zugspitze train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Erfurt to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Zugspitze is 495 km. It takes approximately 5h 23m to drive from Erfurt to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

There are 2762+ hotels available in Zugspitze.

Erfurt to Zugspitze - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Erfurt to Zugspitze by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to München Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
3. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zugspitzplatttrain
6h 39m
€109–175
Drive 494.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Erfurt to Zugspitzecar 494.7 km
5h 23m
€83–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Munich central bus stationbus N28 / ...
3. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
7h 11m
€110–190

Erfurt to Zugspitze by train

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6h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 476.4 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Erfurt, Germany and Zugspitze, Germany?

You can take a train from Erfurt Hbf to Zugspitzplatt via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 6h 39m.

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