The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
6 h 46 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dresden for Garmisch-Partenkirchen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 440 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 440 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$107 Average Price | $47 Average Price Cheapest | $186 Average Price |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:52 am Dresden | 8h03 | 2:55 pm Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:09 am Dresden | 6h46 | 1:55 pm Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Distance 440 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Dresden and Garmisch-Partenkirchen from $32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Dresden to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dresden and Garmisch-Partenkirchen
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
- Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
- ElbUferei
- Raskolnikoff
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
- Italienisches Dörfchen
- BrennNessel
- Kahnaletto
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Elbflorenz
- Penck Hotel
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
- Monday: 07:10 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Wednesday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Thursday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Friday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Saturday: 07:10 - 15:30
- Sunday: 08:20 - 14:00
- Subway
- Hubertus
- Sausalitos
- Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
- Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten
- Biohotel Garmischer Hof
- Die Werdenfelserei
- Roter Hahn
