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How to get fromEttal to Zugspitzeby bus, train, car, or taxi

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

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  1. Line 326 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Ettal, Klostergasthof to Garmisch-Partenkirchenbus bus 326
    2. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Riffelrißtrain train Rb64
    2h 10m
    €34–36

  2. Drive 42 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ettal to Zugspitzecar car 42 km
    1h
    €7–10

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ettal to Zugspitzetaxi taxi 42 km
    1h
    €100–130

Ettal to Zugspitze by bus and train

Calendar49Weekly Services
Duration2h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket€34Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 28.2 km
  • Duration: 2h 10m

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

There is no direct connection from Ettal to Zugspitze. However, you can take the line 326 bus to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, walk to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, then take the train to Riffelriß. Alternatively, you can drive from Ettal to Zugspitze in around 1h.

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