1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£79
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£79
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
3 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
4 h 21 m
Trains on 13 Sept
6
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.
To travel from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen you need to make at least one change.
RJ 88+
RB6
ICE 1206+
RB6
RJ 286+
RB6
RJ 288+
RE61
REX 2+
RB54 · RB6
RJ 288+
RE61
RJ 88+
RB6
RJ 286+
RB6
ICE 1206+
RB6
REX 2+
RB54 · RB6Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 34 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 26m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.05. The journey takes 1h 26m versus 1h 2m 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.
Direct services run with ÖBB | S-Bahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 288+ RE61 | 6:42 Innsbruck Hbf | 3h42 | 10:24 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1 change | |
RB54 · RB6+ REX 2 | 6:52 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h03 | 11:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 2 changes | |
ICE 1206+ RB6 | 8:20 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h35 | 12:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1 change | |
RB54 · RB6+ REX 2 | 8:52 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h03 | 13:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 2 changes | |
RJ 286+ RB6 | 10:42 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h13 | 14:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1 change | |
RJ 88+ RB6 | 12:42 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h13 | 16:55 Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:07 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Garmisch-Partenkirchen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Garmisch-Partenkirchen trip today.
Local history museum in the old Partenkirchen quarter, covering regional traditions, trade routes and town life.
Artist’s house and gallery dedicated to landscape painter Richard Strauss?
Museum at the ski jump explaining winter sports history in the region, with exhibits on jumping and events.
Historic street in Partenkirchen lined with painted houses, shops and inns, ideal for a stroll through old Bavaria.
Dramatic gorge with walkways through narrow rock walls and rushing water, one of the area’s signature outings.
Alpine lake with clear water and mountain reflections, popular for walking, swimming and relaxed scenic stops.
Pork knuckle roasted until the skin is crisp, a Bavarian classic often served with dumplings and gravy in mountain inns.
Pan-fried sausage made from veal and pork, traditionally eaten in Bavaria with sweet mustard and a pretzel.
Cheese spaetzle layered with fried onions, a hearty Alpine dish popular across Upper Bavaria and common in local huts.
Elegant restaurant in Schloss Elmau serving refined Alpine and Bavarian cooking in a calm, upscale mountain setting.
Traditional Bavarian inn near the Olympic area, known for roast meats, dumplings and a cosy local atmosphere.
Well-known traditional venue on Ludwigstrasse with regional dishes, hearty portions and an old-world Bavarian feel.
Moderate for the Alps: hotels and dining are pricier than many German towns, but local buses and casual meals keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included, but small tips are expected. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen Bahnhof -> Garmisch-Partenkirchen Bahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck 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.

Most Innsbruck to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Garmisch-Partenkirchen station pair, with some services arriving at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck and Garmisch-Partenkirchen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck Westbahnhof is 1 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, NALA Individuellhotel, Hotel Zach.
Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck, Bienerstraße (Messe Bahnhst).
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 options include: Subway, Hubertus, Sausalitos, Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
Wi-Fi is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. ATMs are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Information desks are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Luggage storage is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, Biohotel Garmischer Hof, Die Werdenfelserei, Roter Hahn.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Lodge am Hausberg, Restaurant Alpenhof
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Zugspitze, Hotel Königshof, Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten.
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