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Compare prices and tickets Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Trains from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 25 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 3 miles (6 km) distance in 8m.
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
Distance 3 miles (6 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 21:48 |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Zugspitze DE from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Zugspitze DE trains will get you between Grainau and Garmisch-Partenkirchen from $9 (€7). 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
8m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
14 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
Zugspitze DE
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
$18 (€15)
Zugspitze DE frequency
11 a day
FAQs: Trains from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grainau 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.

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.
Train ticket prices from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $9 (€7), while the average price is around $13 (€11).
The cheapest way to get from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by train, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
Yes, a day trip from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is feasible. The travel time is only 8m with a distance of 3 miles (6 km). Trains run 25 times per day.
Yes, the train journey from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Bavarian Alps, lush forests, and charming villages along the way.
The train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes 8m and runs 25 per day.
The distance by train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is 3 miles (6 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
The first train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves at 5:57 AM.
The train station in Grainau that goes to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is Untergrainau, which connects to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Yes, there is a direct train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. This service operates 25 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Zugspitze DE.
The last train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves at 9:48 PM.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Grainau
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
The major train station for departures in Grainau is Untergrainau. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Untergrainau for your trip from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Amenities at train station
information
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Gunglstubn
Hotel
- Hotel Grainauer Hof
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 Grainau.
Amenities at train station
information
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
Amenities at train station
information
Number of platforms
1Parking
- Parking is available near the station, suitable for visitors to the ski area.
Dining
- Lodge am Hausberg
- Restaurant Alpenhof
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- Free of charge
Hotel
- Hotel Zugspitze
- Hotel Königshof
- Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten
Station Plan
- The station is a small halt primarily serving the ski area, with a single platform and basic facilities.
Public transit options for Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg
- Bus: Several local lines available
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