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

The cheapest way to get from Erlangen to Zugspitze is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erlangen to Zugspitze is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Erlangen and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct bus from Erlangen station to Zugspitze station. However, there are services departing from Erlangen train station and arriving at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Erlangen and Zugspitze?

No, there is no direct train from Erlangen to Zugspitze. However, there are services departing from Erlangen and arriving at Riffelriß via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Erlangen to Zugspitze?

The distance between Erlangen and Zugspitze is 307 km. The road distance is 304.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Erlangen to Zugspitze without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs €85 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Erlangen to Zugspitze, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Zugspitze bus from?

Erlangen to Zugspitze bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Erlangen train station.

Where do I catch the Erlangen to Zugspitze train from?

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

Train or bus from Erlangen to Zugspitze?

The best way to get from Erlangen to Zugspitze is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs €85 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €100 - €140 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Erlangen to Zugspitze bus arrive?

Erlangen to Zugspitze bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Where does the Erlangen to Zugspitze train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erlangen to Zugspitze?

Yes, the driving distance between Erlangen to Zugspitze is 304 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Erlangen to Zugspitze.

Where can I stay near Zugspitze?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Erlangen to München Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
3. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Riffelrißtrain
5h 5m
€87–218
Drive 304.1 km
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1. Drive from Erlangen to Zugspitzecar 304.1 km
3h 17m
€50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Erlangen train station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus N05
5h 55m
€100–131

Erlangen to Zugspitze by train

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Distance: 306.6 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Erlangen to Riffelriß via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Erlangen train station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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