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Trip Summary
You can pick from 171 daily train trips between Wuppertal and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The average train journey from Wuppertal to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes 7 hours and 59 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 6 hours and 37 minutes.
Distance | 315 mi (507 km) |
Fastest train | 6h 37m |
Lowest price | $179.43 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Wuppertal to Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
2 train services operate from Wuppertal to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 105 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 69 | 8h 2m | $213.18 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 105 | 7h 58m | $215.01 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Wuppertal to Garmisch-Partenkirchen start from $179, and on average cost . Daily there are 105 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Wuppertal leaves from Wuppertal-Barmen and 9 other stations. And in Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains arrive at Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg and one other train station.
From Wuppertal to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 58 minutes. If you are looking to get to Garmisch-Partenkirchen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 6 hours and 37 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wuppertal and Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 315 miles, or 507 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 37 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Wuppertal to Garmisch-Partenkirchen on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Wuppertal at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 171 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Wuppertal.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wuppertal?
Main departure station: Wuppertal-Zoologischer Garten
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 10 stops and stations in Wuppertal where you can board the train.
All train stations in Wuppertal:
Wuppertal-Zoologischer Garten
Wuppertal-Barmen
Wuppertal-Sonnborn
Wuppertal-Langerfeld
Wuppertal-Ronsdorf
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen
Wuppertal-Vohwinkel
Wuppertal-Unterbarmen
Wuppertal-Steinbeck
Train Station
Where is the train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg
Garmisch-Partenkirchen receives travelers from Wuppertal at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg
Griesen(Oberbay)
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