How to travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 59m. 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 €68, while a train costs an average of €126.

Distance: 370 miles (597 km)

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€126

Average price

€68

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Cheapest

€139

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8h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

8h 29m

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30m

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11h 5m

Average total duration

10h 35m

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7h 43m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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

The cheapest way to travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest is a bus with an average price of €68.

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

A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest costing on average €126.

A bus is €273 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest costing on average €341.

The fastest way to travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 59m.

Bus takes on average 11h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest 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 €139 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €13. The journey takes 8h 29m 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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from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:55 PM12h45
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    11:40 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    471One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:55 PM12h45
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    11:40 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    471One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4144
    7:15 AM1h15
    Munich Airport
    8:30 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · IC 861
    12:07 PM9h17
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen station
    9:24 PMBudapest-Deli
    811One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
    12:07 PM9h28
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen station
    9:35 PMBudapest Keleti
    811One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn5414 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711
    1:07 PM9h12
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen station
    10:19 PMBudapest-Deli
    911One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM12h45
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    10:15 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    471One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM13h45
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    11:15 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    471One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM9h50
    Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    7:20 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    471One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO356 · LO535
    7:00 AM5h00
    Munich Airport
    12:00 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO356 · LO537
    7:00 AM9h55
    Munich Airport
    4:55 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO356 · LO531
    7:00 AM12h45
    Munich Airport
    7:45 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1461One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest

Travel to Budapest 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest is a bus with an average price of €59.

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

A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest costing on average €70.

A bus is €104 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest costing on average €162.

The fastest way to travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 21m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 51m.

Bus takes on average 11h 20m.

The distance from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest is approximately 370 miles (597 km).
The average frequency per day from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Budapest 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Buses mostly depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Budapest by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Budapest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Budapest, you can relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of landmarks, visit the House of Terror Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss sights like Buda Castle, the Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
Three to four days are generally recommended to explore Budapest’s main attractions, including the historic Buda Castle, thermal baths, and vibrant ruin bars.

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