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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Zugspitze
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
91 km
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 £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 1 trains that leave Munich for Zugspitze every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
7:321h23Munich8:55Zugspitze£301One-way0 changes
- 7:321h23Munich8:55Zugspitze£301One-way0 changes
Live departures
Munich to Zugspitze train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Zugspitze trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Overview: Train from Munich to Zugspitze
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Trains from Munich to Zugspitze run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 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.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
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 Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
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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.
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.
Which Munich station do trains to Zugspitze leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke train station facilities and services
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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