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Museum Aschenbrenner
Local museum showcasing porcelain, nativity scenes, and regional arts and crafts in a historic villa.
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice 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 Venice to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Garmisch-Partenkirchen without transferring at least once.
RJ 84 · S 6
RJ 84 · S 6Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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 Venice to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $87 (€71).
Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 12m.
Tickets start at around $87 (€71) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.24 (€-9.91). The journey takes 6h 28m versus 4h 49m 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 Venice to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 84 · S 6 | On time 11:35 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h25 | 6:00 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:07. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 25m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 10:07 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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Local museum showcasing porcelain, nativity scenes, and regional arts and crafts in a historic villa.
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Prices are above average for Germany, especially in ski season. Hotels and dining cost more than in smaller towns.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and hotels.
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