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Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Rotterdam Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 76 daily train trips between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Rotterdam. The average train journey from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rotterdam takes 13 hours and 6 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 9 hours and 56 minutes.

Distance425 mi (685 km)
Fastest train9h 56m
Lowest price$123.85
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rotterdam?

2 train services operate from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rotterdam. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 65 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn6513h 19m$172.96
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company1111h 42m$222.45
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rotterdam start from $222, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Rotterdam. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves from Griesen(Oberbay) . And in Rotterdam trains arrive at Rotterdam Lombardijen and 5 other train stations.

    From Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rotterdam train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 11 hours and 42 minutes. If you are looking to get to Rotterdam faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 56 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rotterdam. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Rotterdam is approximately 425 miles, or 685 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 13 hours and 6 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 56 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rotterdam. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Garmisch-Partenkirchen at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 76 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Rotterdam to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

City Information

Garmisch-Partenkirchen

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A Bavarian destination in southern Germany, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a popular ski town that attracts millions of visitors every year. Accordingly, some of the best things to do are outdoors! The Zugspitze, Germany's tallest mountain, is covered in glacial snow year-round, but the ski season is only from October to May. Even if you're not strapped into a snowboard or skis, you can take the cogwheel train or cable car to the peak of the Zugspitze for outstanding views of the four countries surrounding the mountain.

The summer months are all about hiking in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Check out Partnachklamm or Höllentalklamm, two incredible gorges where you can hike, traverse through tunnels, and see waterfalls. Then drink in the views of the Eibsee, a crystal clear alpine lake with boating and hiking opportunities.

There are many transportation options to serve the many enthusiastic adventurers who visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Munich is just a short bus trip away, and FlixBus runs service from Berlin, too. Garmisch-Partenkirchen has its own train station (complete with mountain views!), so you can easily connect to Deutsche Bahn trains heading to destinations throughout Europe.

Rotterdam

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With origins as a small fishing village in the 13th century, Rotterdam is now the largest port in Europe. The city's unique architecture attracts visitors from all over the world, with its many angular and glass buildings standing out among much of Europe's old-world architectural style. Rotterdam is worth visiting on its own, or travel on an entire tour of 8 Dutch cities.

The exciting contemporary feel of Rotterdam extends into its art and design scene, home to many modern art galleries and Groos, a vast and eclectic concept store selling pieces by Rotterdam-based designers. For a more traditional art museum, visit the Museum van Boijmans Beuningen, one of Europe's finest art galleries displaying works by Van Gogh, Monet, and Magritte.

Rotterdam is also home to a growing food scene, and visitors can experience this in the impressive Markthal. With over 100 stalls and restaurants, the Markthal is the best place for visitors to sample authentic local cuisine.

Getting to Rotterdam is simple, whether by sea, air, rail, or road. Several airlines fly to Rotterdam The Hague Airport, and a convenient shuttle bus offers frequent transport to the city. Rotterdam's Centraal Station also provides international train services across Europe, and FlixBus offers convenient travel from various locations throughout the continent. In addition, you can take a ferry to Rotterdam from Hull in the UK and experience the city's famous port first-hand.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

Main departure station: Griesen(Oberbay)

There is one train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

All train stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:

  • Griesen(Oberbay)

Where is the train station in Rotterdam?

Main arrival station: Rotterdam Blaak

There are more train stations and stops in Rotterdam than most cities. Most trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen will stop at one (or more) of the 6 following stations in Rotterdam:

Train stations in Rotterdam:

  • Rotterdam Blaak

  • Centraal Station

  • Rotterdam Noord

  • Rotterdam Zuid

  • Rotterdam Lombardijen

  • Rotterdam Alexander

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