How to travel from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. 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 €67, while a flight costs an average of €434.

Distance: 370 miles (597 km)

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€126

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€67

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€434

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€140

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8h 58m

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8h 28m

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11h 15m

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3h 0m

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7h 43m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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1.8 - 3.6kg

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Compare ways to travel from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of €67.

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

A bus is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average €126.

A bus is €367 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average €434.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 58m.

Bus takes on average 11h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest 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 Budapest 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 €126 compared to roughly €140 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €14. The journey takes 8h 28m versus 7h 43m 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 Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train, bus or flight.

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

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    2 transfers

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  • Railjet
    1 transfer

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  • Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
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  • Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
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  • Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of €67.

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

A bus is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average €126.

A bus is €367 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average €434.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 58m.

Bus takes on average 11h 15m.

The distance from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 370 miles (597 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest 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 Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Budapest Keleti and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest 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, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, British Airways, Swiss, braathens regional aviation, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Lufthansa City Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, TAP Portugal, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, CitizenPlane to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Budapest to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest 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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