The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $33.
Of the 3 trains that leave Salzburg for Garmisch-Partenkirchen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 42 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 coach and train for Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 55m. 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 $22.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$32 Average Price | $29 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:28 am Salzburg | 3h27 | 10:55 am Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 am Salzburg | 3h55 | 12:55 pm Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:42 am Salzburg | 4h42 | 3:24 pm Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 00:51 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Bayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn from Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trainsBayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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: Salzburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen
- 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
- 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
- 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
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