Travelling from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg by train

Want to know how to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg take around 3 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 150 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Garmisch-Partenkirchen is scheduled to depart at around  04:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:13 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Garmisch-Partenkirchen at around 04:29, with the last train leaving at around 23:07. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$31.39.

We think any time is a great time to visit Salzburg, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Salzburg.

Is there a direct train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg?

The journey between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Salzburg usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg?

The Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg train travel takes about 3 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Salzburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salzburg leaving Garmisch-Partenkirchen at around 04:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:13 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Garmisch-Partenkirchen at around 04:29, with the final departure at 23:07.