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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Erlangen to Zugspitze
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erlangen to Zugspitze is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erlangen to Zugspitze will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Erlangen to Zugspitze without transferring at least 2 times.
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4:43 AM5h17Erlangen10:00 AMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers- 7:09 AM4h51Erlangen12:00 PMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 7:51 AM5h09Erlangen1:00 PMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 9:38 AM4h22Erlangen2:00 PMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 9:38 PM11h22Erlangen9:00 AMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 9:38 AM4h22Erlangen2:00 PMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 7:09 AM4h51Erlangen12:00 PMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 7:51 AM5h09Erlangen1:00 PMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 4:43 AM5h17Erlangen10:00 AMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
- 9:38 PM11h22Erlangen9:00 AMGrainau, Riffelriß$1061One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Erlangen to Zugspitze
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erlangen to Zugspitze among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $642.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price | $695 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Erlangen to Zugspitze:
A bus is $63 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erlangen to Zugspitze costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $666 (€547) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Erlangen to Zugspitze costing on average $695 (€571).
Other travel options to Zugspitze take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 40m.
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (3h 34m by train vs 3h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $92 (€75) compared to roughly $64 (€52) 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
Erlangen to Zugspitze train times
The table below shows live departures for Erlangen to Zugspitze trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1:03 PM Erlangen | 3h21 | 4:24 PM Zugspitze | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
| 4:43 AM Erlangen | 5h17 | 10:00 AM Grainau, Riffelriß | 2 transfers | |
| 7:09 AM Erlangen | 4h51 | 12:00 PM Grainau, Riffelriß | 2 transfers | |
| 7:51 AM Erlangen | 5h09 | 1:00 PM Grainau, Riffelriß | 2 transfers | |
| 9:38 AM Erlangen | 4h22 | 2:00 PM Grainau, Riffelriß | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erlangen to Zugspitze
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Trains from Erlangen to Zugspitze run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Erlangen to Zugspitze trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Erlangen and Zugspitze from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Erlangen to Zugspitze
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erlangen 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
Popular train stations from Erlangen to Zugspitze
Most Erlangen to Zugspitze trains use the Erlangen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station pair. Use this guide to compare Erlangen and Zugspitze train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Erlangen station do trains to Zugspitze leave from?
Getting to Erlangen from Erlangen city centre
Erlangen train station facilities and services
Erlangen 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: Basilikum, Ilias, Ristorante Carpaccio, Goldene Sonne
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erlangen. ATMs are available at Erlangen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erlangen. Information desks are available at Erlangen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Erlangen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erlangen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Erlangen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erlangen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Hotel, A. B. Hotel, Zeitwohnhaus, Hotel Villa Soy.
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