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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.
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
6 h 42 m
Average duration
7 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg 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 Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 2 trains that leave Duisburg for Garmisch-Partenkirchen on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 538 km distance in an average of 7 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 42 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 25 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $88.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$144 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 14h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $144 (€118).
A bus is $116 (€95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $177 (€145).
Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 26m.
Bus takes on average 14h 29m.
You'll arrive about 1h 6m sooner (6h 26m by train vs 7h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $144 (€118) compared to roughly $123 (€100) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:13 AM Duisburg | 6h42 | 12:55 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:59 AM Duisburg | 8h25 | 3:24 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $52 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 6h 42m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 42m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Prices are above average for Germany, especially for hotels and dining in peak ski and summer seasons.
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.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen Station, Garmisch-Partenkirchen -> Garmisch-Partenkirchen City Center, Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg 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.

Most Duisburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains use the Duisburg Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station pair, with some services arriving at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Duisburg 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 options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 options include: Subway, Hubertus, Sausalitos, Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
Wi-Fi is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. ATMs are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Information desks are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Luggage storage is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, Biohotel Garmischer Hof, Die Werdenfelserei, Roter Hahn.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Lodge am Hausberg, Restaurant Alpenhof
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Zugspitze, Hotel Königshof, Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten.
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