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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Cheapest price
£104
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
7 h 21 m
Average duration
7 h 21 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
531 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £104.
To travel from Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen you need to make at least 2 changes.
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6:347h21Gelsenkirchen13:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes- 8:347h21Gelsenkirchen15:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 10:347h21Gelsenkirchen17:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 12:347h21Gelsenkirchen19:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 14:347h21Gelsenkirchen21:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 6:347h21Gelsenkirchen13:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 8:347h21Gelsenkirchen15:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 10:347h21Gelsenkirchen17:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 12:347h21Gelsenkirchen19:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
- 14:347h21Gelsenkirchen21:55Garmisch-Partenkirchen£1041One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £56, and a flight costs an average of £221.
Distance: 531 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£128 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £221 Average Price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 55m Average total duration 22h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:34 Gelsenkirchen | 7h21 | 23:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| 18:34 Gelsenkirchen | 12h21 | 6:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| 22:34 Gelsenkirchen | 9h21 | 7:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 18 July | |||||
 | 3:31 Gelsenkirchen | 8h34 | 12:05 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| 6:34 Gelsenkirchen | 7h21 | 13:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| 8:34 Gelsenkirchen | 7h21 | 15:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| 10:34 Gelsenkirchen | 7h21 | 17:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| 12:34 Gelsenkirchen | 7h21 | 19:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
| 14:34 Gelsenkirchen | 7h21 | 21:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
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Trains from Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £128 but you can travel from only £56 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 08:34. The fastest train covers the 531 km distance in 8h 21m.
Distance 531 km |
Average train duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £128 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 21m |
First train 8:34 |
Last train 8:34 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn from Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Eurobahn trains will get you between Gelsenkirchen and Garmisch-Partenkirchen from £56. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Eurobahn
FAQs: Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Garmisch-Partenkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gelsenkirchen and Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Most Gelsenkirchen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains use the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station pair. Use this guide to compare Gelsenkirchen and Garmisch-Partenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gelsenkirchen station do trains to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leave from?
Getting to Gelsenkirchen Hbf from Gelsenkirchen city centre
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelsenkirchen Hbf train station facilities and services
Gelsenkirchen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
Which Garmisch-Partenkirchen station do trains from Gelsenkirchen arrive at?
Garmisch-Partenkirchen train station facilities and services
Garmisch-Partenkirchen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Subway, Hubertus, Sausalitos, Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. ATMs are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Information desks are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, Biohotel Garmischer Hof, Die Werdenfelserei, Roter Hahn.
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