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

The cheapest way to get from Zugspitze to Innsbruck is to drive which costs €12 - €19 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zugspitze to Innsbruck is to drive via Telfs-Pfaffenhofen which takes 1h 23m and costs €13 - €23.

Is there a direct train between Zugspitze and Innsbruck?

No, there is no direct train from Zugspitze to Innsbruck. However, there are services departing from Zugspitzplatt and arriving at Innsbruck Westbahnhof via Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Mittenwald. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Zugspitze to Innsbruck?

The distance between Zugspitze and Innsbruck is 72 km. The road distance is 78.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zugspitze to Innsbruck without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 25m and costs €38 - €43.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Zugspitze to Innsbruck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zugspitze to Innsbruck train from?

Zugspitze to Innsbruck train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, depart from Zugspitzplatt station.

Where does the Zugspitze to Innsbruck train arrive?

Zugspitze to Innsbruck train services, operated by Zugspitze DE, arrive at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Can I drive from Zugspitze to Innsbruck?

Yes, the driving distance between Zugspitze to Innsbruck is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Zugspitze to Innsbruck.

Where can I stay near Innsbruck?

There are 2168+ hotels available in Innsbruck.

Zugspitze to Innsbruck - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 6 train

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There are 5 ways to get from Zugspitze to Innsbruck by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Zugspitzplatt to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb64
2. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus 040 / ...
3h 25m
€38–42
Drive 78.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zugspitze to Innsbruckcar 78.5 km
1h 26m
€13–19
Drive via Telfs-Pfaffenhofen 53.8 km
1. Drive from Zugspitze to Telfs-Pfaffenhofencar 53.8 km
1h 23m
€14–23
Train, line 6 train
1. Take the train from Zugspitzplatt to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain Rb64
2. Take the train from Mittenwald to Innsbruck Westbahnhoftrain 6
4h 10m
€52–64
Drive, line 355 bus
1. Drive from Zugspitze to Telfs Gh Martinacar
2. Take the bus from Telfs Gh Martina to Innsbruck Maximilianstraßebus 350 / ...
1h 35m
€14–22

Zugspitze to Innsbruck by train and bus

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3h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 72.5 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Zugspitze, Germany and Innsbruck, Austria?

You can take a train from Zugspitzplatt to Innsbruck Westbahnhof via Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Mittenwald in around 4h 10m.

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