Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Showing times and prices for Jun 20

Cheapest price

$86

Average price

$98

Fastest journey

5 h 22 m

Average duration

5 h 35 m

Trains per day

Distance

192 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich 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 Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Garmisch-Partenkirchen on Fri, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .

On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 48 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.

08:33AM5h22

Zurich

01:55PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen

$861One-way

0 transfers

07:09AM5h48

Zurich

12:57PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen

$1101One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€55 Average price	€29 Average price Cheapest
6h 23m Average duration Fastest 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 32m Average duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Overview: Train from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Switzerland

Germany

Trains from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.

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 $23 (€18)

Distance

118 miles (191 km)

Average train duration

5h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

$37 (€30)

Trains per day

Fastest train

5h 1m

First train

05:40

Last train

22:07

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $23 (€18)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains

Travel between Zurich and Garmisch-Partenkirchen from $56 (€46) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 5 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $56

FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen can start from as little as $37 (€30) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is $88 (€72); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train time is 5 h 1 min covering the 118 mile (191 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves at 4: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves at 11: 07 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Railjet. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Take the fast train with ÖBB | Railjet from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Take the Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB | Railjet. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey to Garmisch-Partenkirchen from Zurich as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 07 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Zurich to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train is November.

You have options as you can travel to Garmisch-Partenkirchen from Zurich 2 different ways: train or bus.