How to travel from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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Compare train and bus for Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $60.

Distance: 80 miles (130 km)

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$60

Average price

$36

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Cheapest

$34

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3h 5m

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2h 35m

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30m

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3h 47m

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3h 17m

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2h 6m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of $36.

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

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $60.

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ulm and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ulm 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 $60 compared to roughly $34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-26.56. The journey takes 2h 35m versus 2h 6m 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 Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 619 · 4691
    5:19 AM3h05
    Ulm Hbf
    8:24 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 619 · 4691
    5:19 AM3h05
    Ulm Hbf
    8:24 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $311One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 991 · 4695
    8:02 AM2h22
    Ulm Hbf
    10:24 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $501One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 699 · 5411
    6:08 AM2h48
    Ulm Hbf
    8:56 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $341One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1091
    8:55 AM3h40
    Ulm Hbf
    12:35 PMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $401One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn57025 · 4693
    6:11 AM3h13
    Ulm Hbf
    9:24 AMGarmisch-Partenkirchen station
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Ulm 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 Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Ulm and Garmisch-Partenkirchen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a bus with an average price of $36.

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

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average $60.

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is by train with an average journey time of 3h 5m.

Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

The distance from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 80 miles (130 km).
The average frequency per day from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ulm Hbf and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße and arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ulm to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Ulm 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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