What is the cheapest way to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

The cheapest way to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

The fastest way to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Salzburg and Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

No, there is no direct bus from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car station. However, there are services departing from Salzburg Rathaus and arriving at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station via Salzburg South and Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Salzburg and Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

No, there is no direct train from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car. However, there are services departing from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Zugspitzplatt via München Hbf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

The distance between Salzburg and Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car is 264 km. The road distance is 204.6 km.

How do I travel from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car without a car?

The best way to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €75 - €290.

How long does it take to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car bus from?

Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Salzburg South station.

Where do I catch the Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car train from?

Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

The best way to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €75 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €90 - €130 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car bus arrive?

Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car?

Yes, the driving distance between Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car.

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Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain 90 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
3. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zugspitzplatttrain
5h 50m
€77–283
Drive 204.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Carcar 204.6 km
2h 36m
€33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salzburg South to Munich central bus stationbus 127 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Garmisch-Partenkirchen stationbus 040 / ...
6h 10m
€90–123
Train via Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain Re5
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb6
3. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zugspitzplatttrain
6h 20m
€86–283
Train #2
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
3. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Zugspitzplatttrain
6h 30m
€70–119

Salzburg to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car by train and foot

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Distance: 263.5 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Salzburg, Austria and Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car, Germany?

You can take a train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car via München Hbf, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and Zugspitzplatt in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salzburg Rathaus to Zugspitze Glacier Cable Car via Salzburg Alpensiedlung P+R, Salzburg South, Munich central bus station, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen station in around 6h 10m.

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