From Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train. With 33 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost for travel between Offenburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is £25.37, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 7 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Offenburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 33 trains make this journey of 259 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Offenburg is at 00:41 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:35.

During the weekend, 00:41 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:33 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 23 minutes.

How long does the train from Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 55 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 259 kilometres.

When are tickets between Offenburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Offenburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen can be purchased 7 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

The total distance from Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is 259 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at £25.37. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can I start booking my Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 7 months in advance.

How long does it take to get from Offenburg to Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

The quickest journey is 4 hours and 55 minutes.