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

The cheapest way to get from Zugspitze to Austria is to drive which costs €80 - €120 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zugspitze to Austria is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Zugspitze and Austria?

No, there is no direct bus from Zugspitze station to Austria. However, there are services departing from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Zugspitze and Austria?

No, there is no direct train from Zugspitze to Austria. However, there are services departing from Zugspitzplatt and arriving at Stephansplatz via Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Muenchen Hbf and Westbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Zugspitze to Austria?

The distance between Zugspitze and Austria is 584 km. The road distance is 500.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zugspitze to Austria without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs €110 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Zugspitze to Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zugspitze to Austria bus from?

Zugspitze to Austria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Where do I catch the Zugspitze to Austria train from?

Zugspitze to Austria train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Train or bus from Zugspitze to Austria?

The best way to get from Zugspitze to Austria is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs €110 - €160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €140 - €230 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Zugspitze to Austria bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zugspitze to Austria train arrive?

Zugspitze to Austria train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zugspitze to Austria?

Yes, the driving distance between Zugspitze to Austria is 501 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Zugspitze to Austria.

Where can I stay near Austria?

There are 4712+ hotels available in Austria.

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

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

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Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Zugspitze to Telfs-Pfaffenhofencar
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
6h 40m
€87–142
Drive 500.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zugspitze to Viennacar 500.8 km
5h 28m
€83–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Munich central bus stationbus 040 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N91 / ...
8h 45m
€115–154
Train
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to München Hbftrain Rb6 / ...
2. Take the train from Muenchen Hbf to Wien Westbahnhoftrain 961 / ...
8h 35m
€144–222

Zugspitze to Austria by train and subway

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8h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 584.5 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Zugspitze, Germany and Austria?

You can take a vehicle from Zugspitze to Stephansplatz via Garmisch-Partenkirchen station, Munich central bus station, Vienna, International Busterminal (Vib), and Erdberg in around 8h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zugspitzplatt to Stephansplatz via Garmisch-Partenkirchen, München Hbf, Muenchen Hbf, Wien Westbahnhof, and Westbahnhof in around 8h 35m.

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