The cheapest and fastest trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Garmisch-Partenkirchen for Ehrwald on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 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.
9:04 AM0h25Garmisch-Partenkirchen9:29 AMEhrwald$121One-way0 transfers
8:04 AM0h25Garmisch-Partenkirchen8:29 AMEhrwald$141One-way0 transfers
9:04 AM0h25Garmisch-Partenkirchen9:29 AMEhrwald$121One-way0 transfers
8:04 AM0h25Garmisch-Partenkirchen8:29 AMEhrwald$141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 10 miles (17 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Ehrwald take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (25m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $6 (€5) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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
Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald train times
The table below shows live departures for Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5502 | 6:37 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h24 | 7:01 AM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5504 | 7:04 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 7:29 AM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5508 | 8:04 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 8:29 AM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5536 | 8:26 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h28 | 8:54 AM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5512 | 10:04 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 10:29 AM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5538 | 11:04 AM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 11:29 AM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5514 | 12:04 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 12:29 PM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5540 | 1:04 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 1:29 PM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5518 | 2:04 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 2:29 PM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5520 | 3:04 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 3:29 PM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
5522 | 4:04 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 0h25 | 4:29 PM Station building Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald
Trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald run on average 6 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 10 miles (17 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 10 miles (17 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 9:31 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Ehrwald from $6 (€5). 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)
FAQs: Trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald 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 Ehrwald, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald
Most Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald trains use the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn station pair. Use this guide to compare Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Ehrwald train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Garmisch-Partenkirchen station do trains to Ehrwald leave from?
Garmisch-Partenkirchen train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Subway, Hubertus, Sausalitos, Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. ATMs are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Information desks are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, Biohotel Garmischer Hof, Die Werdenfelserei, Roter Hahn.
Getting to Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg from Garmisch-Partenkirchen city centre
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg train station facilities and services
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Lodge am Hausberg, Restaurant Alpenhof
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Zugspitze, Hotel Königshof, Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten.
Getting to Griesen(Oberbay) from Garmisch-Partenkirchen city centre
Griesen(Oberbay) is 11 km from Garmisch-Partenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Griesen(Oberbay) train station facilities and services
Griesen(Oberbay) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Griesen(Oberbay). ATMs are available at Griesen(Oberbay).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Griesen(Oberbay). Information desks are available at Griesen(Oberbay).
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Griesen(Oberbay). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Griesen(Oberbay): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Griesen(Oberbay): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Griesen(Oberbay).
Which Ehrwald station do trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen arrive at?
Getting to Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn from Ehrwald city centre
Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn is 1 km from Ehrwald city centre. Public transport options include:
Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn train station facilities and services
Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn. Information desks are located near the ticket office.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ehrwald Zugspitzbahn: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sonnenspitze, Hotel Tirolerhof, Zugspitz Resort.
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