How to travel from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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Compare bus and train for Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $27.

Distance: 21 miles (34 km)

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$27

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$11

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$24

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1h 59m

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1h 29m

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1h 42m

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1h 12m

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1h 2m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).

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

A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $27 (€22).

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Innsbruck and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Innsbruck 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 $27 (€22) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$2 (-€2). The journey takes 1h 29m versus 1h 2m 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 Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:35 PM1h20
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    4:55 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:35 PM1h20
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    4:55 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBB | S-BahnS 6
    2:38 PM1h19
    Innsbruck Hbf
    3:57 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 288+ÖBBRB6
    6:42 AM4h13
    Innsbruck Hbf
    10:55 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $191One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBBRJX13483 · RB54 · RE5 · RB6
    6:56 PM4h59
    Innsbruck Hbf
    11:55 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $191One-way
    4 transfers
  • ÖBB | S-BahnS 6
    6:38 PM1h19
    Innsbruck Hbf
    7:57 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:00 AM1h20
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    8:20 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS 6 · Bus RB6
    9:08 AM1h48
    Innsbruck Hbf
    10:56 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $261One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Innsbruck and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).

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

A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $27 (€22).

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 59m.

The distance from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 21 miles (34 km).
The average frequency per day from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Innsbruck Hbf and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Innsbruck 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 ÖBB | S-Bahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 7 direct trains per day with ÖBB | S-Bahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE.
Omio customers who travel from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Füssen, Mittenwald, Munich Hbf, Salzburg. 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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