How to travel from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, while a flight costs an average of $161.

Distance: 423 miles (681 km)

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$102

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$161

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$56

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$17

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8h 9m

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7h 39m

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3h 19m

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1h 19m

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12h 48m

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12h 18m

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9h 4m

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2.0 - 4.1kg

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of $56 (€45).

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

A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $102 (€82).

A bus is $105 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $161 (€130).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 9m.

Bus takes on average 12h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 25m sooner (7h 39m by train vs 9h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $102 (€82) compared to roughly $17 (€14) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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

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

  • FlixBus
    8:10 PM14h50
    Hamburg
    11:00 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    8:10 PM14h50
    Hamburg
    11:00 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:21 PM14h04
    Hamburg
    6:25 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:10 PM14h50
    Hamburg
    12:00 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    4:00 PM14h25
    Hamburg
    6:25 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen
    $581One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:01 PM18h14
    Hamburg
    9:15 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen
    $811One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of $56 (€45).

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

A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $102 (€82).

A bus is $105 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $161 (€130).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 9m.

Bus takes on average 12h 48m.

The distance from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 423 miles (681 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg 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 Lufthansa, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 13 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Innsbruck, Füssen, Mittenwald, Berlin. 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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