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- Quiet zone
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Zugspitze
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 04 Sept
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
1 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
1 h 27 m
Trains on 04 Sept
4
Distance
91 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Zugspitze is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Zugspitze will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 4 trains from Munich to Zugspitze, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
542112:281h27Munich Hbf13:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes- 5944910:281h27Munich Hbf11:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes
- 54159:281h27Munich Hbf10:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes
- 541911:281h27Munich Hbf12:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes
- 542112:281h27Munich Hbf13:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes
- 5944910:281h27Munich Hbf11:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes
- 54159:281h27Munich Hbf10:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes
- 541911:281h27Munich Hbf12:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen station£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Munich to Zugspitze
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Zugspitze among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 91 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Zugspitze is a train with an average price of £34.
The fastest way to travel from Munich to Zugspitze is by train with an average journey time of 1h 22m.
Other travel options to Zugspitze take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 22m.
Yes, you can take a train between Munich and Zugspitze.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (1h 22m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Munich to Zugspitze train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Zugspitze trains for today, Thursday 3 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5415 | 9:28 Munich Hbf | 1h27 | 10:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 59449 | 10:28 Munich Hbf | 1h27 | 11:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5419 | 11:28 Munich Hbf | 1h27 | 12:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5421 | 12:28 Munich Hbf | 1h27 | 13:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0 changesdirect | |
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ComfortModernityOn-board restaurantDisadvantages
HygieneUnpunctualUnfriendly staffThe journey actually went well, but the train arrived 50 minutes late.
The on-board restaurant also offers good alternatives to meat.
It was a comfortable seat with a power socket. The wifi was fast and reliable. Apart from that, the service staff were unfortunately not friendly. The online ticket validation was, as so often, superfluous. The reservation displays at the seat did not work. This meant that all reservations had to be enforced by the staff first.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Zugspitze
GermanyGermany
Trains from Munich to Zugspitze run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 1h 23m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 23:32 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Munich to Zugspitze trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Munich and Zugspitze from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£30
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price
£41
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
6 a day
Complete guide to Zugspitze
Things to do in Zugspitze
Discover the best of Zugspitze — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zugspitze trip today.
- Recommended
Richard-Strauss-Institut
Museum on composer Richard Strauss in his home town, with manuscripts, objects and insight into his life and work.
- Recommended
Werdenfels Museum
Regional museum covering local history, folk culture and winter sports, set in a traditional Partenkirchen merchant’s house.
- Recommended
Schlossmuseum Murnau
Contemporary art venue in Murnau showing changing exhibitions in a bright modern space near the Blue Rider landscape.
- Must visit
Zugspitze summit
Germany’s highest mountain summit area, reached by cable car or cog railway, with sweeping Alpine views and glacier access.
- Must visit
Eibsee
Clear mountain lake beneath the Zugspitze, known for turquoise water, island views and an easy circular walking path.
- Must visit
Partnachklamm
Dramatic gorge with walkways and tunnels through rushing water and rock walls, one of the area’s classic nature outings.
Weisswurst
A hearty Bavarian veal sausage, traditionally eaten in the morning with sweet mustard and a pretzel; a classic in Upper Bavaria around Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Schweinshaxe
Slow-roasted pork knuckle with crisp crackling, commonly served with gravy and dumplings; a staple mountain-region pub dish in Bavaria.
Schupfnudeln
Pan-fried potato noodles, often cooked with butter and sauerkraut or cheese; a traditional Alpine comfort dish from Bavaria and neighbouring Tyrol.
Gasthaus zur Schranne
Traditional Bavarian inn in Garmisch-Partenkirchen known for regional classics, beer and a cosy historic atmosphere.
Eibsee-Pavillon
Historic mountain restaurant at Eibsee serving Bavarian and Alpine dishes with lake views and a relaxed resort feel.
SeeRestaurant Eibsee
Popular alpine-style restaurant by Eibsee, best known for regional fare, grilled dishes and scenic views near Zugspitze.
Euro (€)
Very high mountain transport and resort pricing make Zugspitze costlier than many German day-trip areas. Dining and nearby stays are above average, though Garmisch offers some cheaper options.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple meal or snack.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-80 per person for an upscale meal.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafés for good service.
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FAQs: Munich to Zugspitze train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Zugspitze by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zugspitze, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Munich to Zugspitze can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Munich to Zugspitze covers a distance of 91 km and takes approximately 1h 23m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Munich to Zugspitze is 91 km.
The first train from Munich to Zugspitze leaves at 4:58.
The last train from Munich to Zugspitze departs at 23:32.
Trains from Munich to Zugspitze run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Munich to Zugspitze.
To travel from Munich to Zugspitze, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Munich to Zugspitze.
The train station in Munich that goes to Zugspitze is Munich Hbf, and it arrives at Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Zugspitze is by train, costing approximately £30.
Booking trains from Munich to Zugspitze in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Munich to Zugspitze is scenic, offering stunning views of the Bavarian Alps, lush valleys, and picturesque villages along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Munich to Zugspitze is feasible with a journey taking 1h 23m. The distance is 91 km, and trains run 6 times per day.
In Zugspitze, you can explore Garmisch-Partenkirchen, a town rich in Bavarian culture and architecture. Enjoy hiking the trails around Eibsee Lake for stunning views, or explore the Zugspitze Glacier for skiing and ice formations. Visit the Olympic Ski Stadium in Garmisch-Partenkirchen for historical insight, and take a scenic walk through Partnach Gorge. Don't miss the breathtaking views from the Zugspitze Summit, the highest peak in Germany.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Zugspitze, allowing time for hiking, enjoying the panoramic views, and visiting attractions like the Zugspitze Glacier.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich to Zugspitze.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Zugspitze
Most Munich to Zugspitze trains use the München Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Zugspitze train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Munich
Arrival train stations in Zugspitze
Which Munich station do trains to Zugspitze leave from?
Trains from Munich to Zugspitze leave from München Hbf. The station is 1 km from Munich city centre at Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, Germany.
München HbfBayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus100 · 15m · every ~11 min
Tram21 · 12m · £2 · every ~12 min
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München OstMünchen Ost, Orleansplatz 11, 81667 München
City-centre transport
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS8, S1, S2, S3, S6, S4, S5 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~61 min
Drf, 961, 963, 965, 967, 969 · 8m · £2 · every ~1 min
Bus62 · 11m · every ~15 min
N45 · 22m · £3
Tram21, N19 · 17m · £3 · every ~13 min
SubwayU5 · 4m · £3 · every ~20 min
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München, Hbf NordBayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany+49 30 2970
City-centre transport
Getting to München, Hbf Nord from Munich city centre
München, Hbf Nord is 1 km from Munich city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
München, Hbf Nord train station facilities and services
München, Hbf Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at München, Hbf Nord.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at München, Hbf Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Hbf Nord.
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