- Must visit
Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zugspitze to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zugspitze to Innsbruck will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zugspitze for Innsbruck on Wed, Aug 26, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
DB 6
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DB 6
RB6+
S 6
DB 6
5413
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S6
6Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zugspitze to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around €22 compared to roughly €20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-2.15. The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zugspitze to Innsbruck trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DB 6 | 8:02 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 9:23 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S6 · CJX 6109 | 8:02 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h30 | 9:32 AM Innsbruck | 1 transfer | |
S6 | 8:02 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 9:23 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
5411 · S 6 | 9:06 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h47 | 10:53 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
5411 · S 6 · S 4 | 9:06 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 2h01 | 11:07 AM Innsbruck | 2 transfers | |
RB6+ S 6 | 9:06 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h47 | 10:53 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
5413 | 10:02 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 11:23 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
6 | 10:02 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 11:23 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
5413 · CJX 6113 | 10:02 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h30 | 11:32 AM Innsbruck | 1 transfer | |
S6 · CJX 6117 | 12:02 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h30 | 1:32 PM Innsbruck | 1 transfer | |
DB 6 | 12:02 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 1:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S6 | 12:02 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 1:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
5421 · CJX 6121 | 2:02 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h30 | 3:32 PM Innsbruck | 1 transfer | |
6 | 2:02 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 3:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
5421 | 2:02 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1h21 | 3:23 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Zugspitze to Innsbruck run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:22 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Leading regional museum with Tyrolean art, folk culture, and history collections spanning centuries in an elegant historic building.
Imperial hunting museum and arms collection inside Schloss Ambras, noted for Renaissance armor and courtly curiosities.
Museum beneath the Golden Roof presenting Emperor Maximilian I, court life, and Innsbruck’s medieval history in a compact setting.
Innsbruck’s medieval heart with arcaded streets, pastel facades, and easy access to major landmarks and local shops.
Elegant main shopping street linking the Old Town and Triumphal Arch, lively for strolling and city-center atmosphere.
High alpine viewpoint above the city, prized for dramatic Nordkette scenery and one of Innsbruck’s best panoramas.
Tyrolean dumplings made with bread and speck, served in broth or with salad. A mountain staple that reflects Alpine farmhouse cooking.
Pressed cheese dumplings from Tyrol, often topped with fried onions and served with salad or soup. A beloved rustic dish in Alpine inns.
Pan-fried potatoes with beef, pork, onion, and spices. This hearty skillet meal is one of Austria’s best-known comfort foods and common in Tyrol.
Fine dining restaurant with creative tasting menus, polished service, and panoramic mountain views above Innsbruck.
Historic traditional inn known for Tyrolean classics, wood-paneled rooms, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the Old Town.
Long-running local favorite serving Austrian and Tyrolean dishes in a cozy, traditional setting near the historic center.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, ski-season dining, and lifts raise costs, though transit is efficient and budget eats still exist.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Innsbruck Hbf -> Maria-Theresien-Straße, Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zugspitze to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zugspitze to Innsbruck trains use the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Innsbruck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst). Use this guide to compare Zugspitze and Innsbruck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle). ATMs are available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle).
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle).
Available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Hauptfrachtenbahnhof (Verladestelle): Wheelchair accessible.
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