How to travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 53, while a flight costs an average of CHF 304.

Distance: 320 miles (516 km)

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CHF 102

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7h 29m

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Compare ways to travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Compare the available ways to get from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of CHF 53.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:

A bus is CHF 49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average CHF 102.

A bus is CHF 251 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average CHF 304.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 4m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 29m.

Bus takes on average 12h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Aachen and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around CHF 102 compared to roughly CHF 100 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -CHF 1. The journey takes 6h 59m versus 6h 30m 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.

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How to get from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Travel 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 Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Aachen and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of CHF 53.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:

A bus is CHF 49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average CHF 102.

A bus is CHF 251 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average CHF 304.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 4m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 29m.

Bus takes on average 12h 27m.

The distance from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 320 miles (516 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is:
  • Around 30 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Garmisch-Partenkirchen as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train.
  • Travel with Eurowings, Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
  • 16 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Innsbruck, Füssen, Mittenwald, Munich Hbf. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Garmisch-Partenkirchen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
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.

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