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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Traveling by coach from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen usually takes around 12 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 11 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 303 mi (487 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 5m |
| Cheapest price | €42.26 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6 | 12h 16m | €42.26 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 6 trips from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and usually makes the trip in about 12 hours and 16 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 12 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 303 miles from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. However, the fastest coach only takes 11 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cologne to Garmisch-Partenkirchen; ticket prices start at €75.02.
City Information
Cologne
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There's no shortage of sights, culture, history, and adventure in Cologne, an alluring city on the Rhine. One of the most famous landmarks of the city is the Cologne Cathedral. This Gothic building and UNESCO World Heritage site remains the most iconic structure in the city. In fact, the Cologne Cathedral is the most visited landmark in Germany. Next door, the Museum Ludwig contrasts the cathedral's sense of history with an impressive collection of modern art, including works by Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol.
Cologne's breadth of museums also caters to a younger crowd. Families with children should head to the Cologne Chocolate Museum along the river or the Cologne Zoological Garden for memorable, kid-friendly experiences.
Foodies, rejoice! Cologne is home to mouthwatering German delicacies and upscale restaurants. Start your day with breakfast at Café Sehnsucht. For lunch, visit Herings Im Martinswinkel, and for dinner, head over to Bei Oma Kleinmann to feel like you're visiting your long-lost German grandmother.
Trains like Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, and FlixTrain connect Cologne to other major European cities, including Munich, Paris, and Vienna. You can also catch a coach from Cologne on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni, or Columbuzz. Plus, the Cologne Bonn Airport is a large, well-outfitted airport with daily international flights for travelers coming from afar.
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 coach 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 does the coach leave from in Cologne?
Main departure station: Cologne Nord - Leverkusen
Cologne has two coach stations with service to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
All coach stations in Cologne:
Cologne Nord - Leverkusen
Leverkusen
Where does the coach arrive in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Bahnhofstraße 31
All coaches from Cologne arrive at one main station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Coach stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
Bahnhofstraße 31
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