The cheapest and fastest trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
18
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $39.
To travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg you need to make at least one change.
RB 6 · RJX 767
Bus EV · RB 63562 · RE 78918+
BRB 79019
Bus EV · RB 63596 · RE 3877+
BRB 79015
Bus EV · RB 59458+
BRB 62705+
Bus EV · RB 59450 · RE 78924+
RB 5411 · S 6 · RJX 865
RB 6 · RJX 767
S 6+
RJX 161
S 6 · RJX 161
RB 5413 · RJX 767Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 150 km
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$42 Average Price | $32 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 6 · RJX 161 | 7:02 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 11:03 am Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
S 6+ RJX 161 | 7:02 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 11:03 am Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus EV · RB 63596 · RE 3877+![]() | 7:36 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h45 | 12:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 63596 · RE 3877+![]() | 7:36 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 8h45 | 4:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 63596 · RE 3877+ BRB 79015 | On time 7:36 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h06 | 11:42 am Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 63596 · RE 3877+![]() | 7:36 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 10h45 | 6:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
RB 5411 · S 6 · RJX 865 | On time 8:06 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 3h56 | 12:02 pm Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 63562 · RE 78918+![]() | 8:35 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 7h46 | 4:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 63562 · RE 78918+![]() | 8:35 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 9h46 | 6:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 63562 · RE 78918+ BRB 79019 | On time 8:35 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h07 | 12:42 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
RB 6 · RJX 767 | 9:02 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 1:03 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RB 5413 · RJX 767 | On time 9:02 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 4h01 | 1:03 pm Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus EV · RB 63564 · RE 3879+![]() | 9:35 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 6h46 | 4:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 63564 · RE 3879+![]() | 9:35 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 8h46 | 6:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 59450 · RE 78924+![]() | 10:35 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 7h46 | 6:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 59450 · RE 78924+![]() | 10:35 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 5h46 | 4:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 59458+ BRB 62705+![]() | 10:53 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 5h28 | 4:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
Bus EV · RB 59458+ BRB 62705+![]() | 10:53 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 7h28 | 6:21 pm Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 00:51 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Bayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg trainsBayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn trains will get you between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Salzburg from $21. 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.
ÖBB
Westbahn
Bayerische Regiobahn
FAQs: Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg train

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Important Stations and Airports in Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Salzburg
- 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
- Parking is available near the station, suitable for visitors to the ski area.
- Lodge am Hausberg
- Restaurant Alpenhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Zugspitze
- Hotel Königshof
- Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten
- The station is a small halt primarily serving the ski area, with a single platform and basic facilities.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and S-Bahn platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
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