Travelling from Lucerne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train

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

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen take around 5 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 216 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around 05:28. The last departure is usually at around 23:54. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lucerne at around 03:35, with the last train leaving at around 21:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 14 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 56 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$50.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

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

The journey between Lucerne and Garmisch-Partenkirchen usually involves 18 changes of train.

We usually find around 18 departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around 18 departures.

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

The Lucerne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train travel takes about 5 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaving Lucerne at around 05:28 and the last train leaving at around 23:54. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 03:35, with the final departure at 21:54.