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Museum Aschenbrenner
Local museum dedicated to fine porcelain, nativity scenes, and the Aschenbrenner family’s decorative arts tradition in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Showing times and prices for Jun 12
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
282 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen without transferring at least 2 times.
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5:29 AM6h28Bern11:57 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers- 11:31 AM6h29Bern6:00 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
- 1:31 PM6h26Bern7:57 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
- 3:31 PM6h29Bern10:00 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
- 5:31 PM14h26Bern7:57 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
- 1:31 PM6h26Bern7:57 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
- 5:29 AM6h28Bern11:57 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
- 7:31 AM6h29Bern2:00 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$2531One-way2 transfers
- 11:31 AM6h29Bern6:00 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
- 3:31 PM6h29Bern10:00 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen$1551One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $115.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of $53 (€43).
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
A bus is $93 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $146 (€119).
The fastest way to travel from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by train with an average journey time of 5h 54m.
Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 58m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bern and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around $146 (€119) compared to roughly $87 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-59.21 (€-48.18). The journey takes 5h 54m versus 4h 56m 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.
Live departures
Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:29 AM Bern | 6h28 | 11:57 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 transfers | |
| 7:31 AM Bern | 6h29 | 2:00 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 transfers | |
| 11:31 AM Bern | 6h29 | 6:00 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 transfers | |
| 1:31 PM Bern | 6h26 | 7:57 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 transfers | |
| 3:31 PM Bern | 6h29 | 10:00 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 transfers | |
| 5:31 PM Bern | 14h26 | 7:57 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $115 (€93) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 5h 53m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $51 (€41)
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $115 (€93) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $51 (€41)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Garmisch-Partenkirchen from $51 (€41). 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 Duration
6h 24m
Cheapest Price
$115 (€93)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 a day
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
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 26m
Cheapest Price
$155 (€126)
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
5 a day
Complete guide to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Things to do in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Discover the best of Garmisch-Partenkirchen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Garmisch-Partenkirchen trip today.
- Recommended
Werdenfels Museum
Regional history museum in Partenkirchen covering local folk culture, religious art, crafts, and the heritage of the Werdenfels region.
- Recommended
Jagdschloss Schachen Exhibition
Historic interiors and exhibition spaces inside King Ludwig II’s mountain hunting lodge, notable for the richly decorated Oriental Room.
- Must visit
Partnachklamm
Dramatic gorge with walkways cut through steep rock walls and rushing water; one of the area’s signature sights and extremely popular with visitors.
- Must visit
Zugspitze Summit Area
Germany’s highest mountain area with panoramic platforms and alpine scenery, reached by official mountain transport and considered the region’s top highlight.
- Must visit
Ludwigstraße
Historic main street in Partenkirchen, loved for painted facades, traditional shops, and photogenic Alpine atmosphere.
Schweinshaxe
Slow-roasted pork knuckle with crisp crackling, commonly served with dumplings or cabbage; a classic hearty Bavarian mountain meal.
Weisswurst
Traditional Bavarian veal sausages seasoned with parsley and mild spices, typically eaten in the morning with sweet mustard and pretzels.
- Vegetarian
Kasespatzle
Soft egg noodles layered with melted mountain cheese and topped with fried onions; a beloved Alpine comfort dish found across Upper Bavaria.
Restaurant Husar
Long-running restaurant recognized for Austrian-Bavarian dishes, elegant service, and a traditional upscale atmosphere.
Zum Wildschuetz
Well-known local restaurant serving Bavarian and game dishes in a warm, rustic setting popular with visitors and residents.
Gasthaus zur Schranne
Traditional Bavarian inn in Partenkirchen known for regional classics, hearty portions, and a cozy historic atmosphere.
Euro
Prices are above average for Germany, especially for hotels and dining in peak ski and summer seasons.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for kebab, bakery, or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- EUR 18-35 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 50-90 per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 3-5 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up is expected. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service; round up taxis and leave small change in cafés.
MVV-App
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Prices
- Single ticket
- EUR 3.50
- Day pass
- EUR 7.50
To the city center
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Station, Garmisch-Partenkirchen -> Garmisch-Partenkirchen City Center, Garmisch-Partenkirchen
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
- The Deutschland-Ticket is valid on eligible regional public transport and can be useful for trips to and from Munich. Check validity before boarding on DB Regio and local buses.
- Card payment is not always available on regional buses, so carry a payment card and some cash for onboard ticket purchases.
FAQs: Trains from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $115 (€93), while the average price is around $146 (€119).
The train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes 5h 53m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is 175 miles (282 km).
The first train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves at 4:58 AM.
The last train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves at 10:07 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
The train station in Bern that goes to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is Bern Hauptbahnhof, which connects to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
The cheapest way to get from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by bus, with a cost of around $51 (€41).
Yes, the train journey from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is scenic, offering views of the Swiss and Bavarian Alps, picturesque valleys, and charming villages.
A day trip from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 53m. However, there are 7 train trips available per day, allowing for flexible travel options. The distance is 175 miles (282 km).
Three to four days are ideal to explore Garmisch-Partenkirchen, allowing time to enjoy its stunning natural landscapes, visit attractions like the Zugspitze, and experience local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Since both Bern and Garmisch-Partenkirchen are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen include Munich, Innsbruck, Ehrwald, Lermoos, Mittenwald.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
In Garmisch-Partenkirchen, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas, especially around popular tourist spots and public transportation hubs. Weather-related safety is also important, as sudden changes can affect mountain hiking and skiing conditions. Standard precautions against scams, such as overcharging or unofficial taxi services, are advised, but no specific prevalent scams have been reported in this region.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Bern
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
The major train station for departures in Bern is Bern Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bern Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
17Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
Public transit options for Bern Hauptbahnhof
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Garmisch-Partenkirchen for your journey to Garmisch-Partenkirchen from Bern.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:10 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Wednesday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Thursday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Friday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Saturday: 07:10 - 15:30
- Sunday: 08:20 - 14:00
Dining
- Subway
- Hubertus
- Sausalitos
- Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
Hotel
- Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten
- Biohotel Garmischer Hof
- Die Werdenfelserei
- Roter Hahn
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