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Trip Summary
You can pick from 40 daily train trips between Rostock and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The average train journey from Rostock to Garmisch-Partenkirchen takes 14 hours and 11 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 10 hours and 23 minutes.
Distance | 458 mi (737 km) |
Fastest train | 10h 23m |
Lowest price | £94.32 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Rostock to Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
2 train services operate from Rostock to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 34 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 34 | 14h 10m | £107.80 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 14h 22m | £121.38 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Rostock to Garmisch-Partenkirchen start from £108, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Rostock leaves from Rostock-Torfbrücke and 3 other stations. And in Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains arrive at Griesen(Oberbay) .
From Rostock to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 14 hours and 22 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 10 hours and 23 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 8 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Rostock and Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 458 miles, or 737 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 10 hours and 23 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.
Trains from Rostock to Garmisch-Partenkirchen are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Rostock at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 40 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 Rostock.
City Information
Rostock
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Rostock is a major city in the north of Germany and the largest German port on the Baltic Sea. This picturesque spot straddling the Warnow River is also home to one of the oldest universities in Germany. Start your visit at Neue Markt square and see the Gothic and Baroque town hall. The square also features numerous well-preserved old buildings dating back to the medieval era, making it a particularly atmospheric part of the city. Rostock's star attraction is the seaside district of Warnemünde, which includes beaches and a fair share of quaint houses and a lighthouse.
Rostock's proximity to the sea means that its seafood is among the best around. The best places to enjoy local delicacies are Borwin - Hafenrestaurant and Restaurant Hopfenkeller. For the best sunset views over the port, head to Fischerklause.
Most international travellers to Rostock fly into Hamburg and travel by train into Rostock. Of course, Deutsche Bahn trains also connect with cities throughout Germany, including Munich. With connections, you can travel via train throughout Europe! FlixBus provides additional connections by land, and several ferry companies travel from Rostock to Denmark and Sweden. The most popular ferry route is from Rostock to Trelleborg.
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 is the train station in Rostock?
Main departure station: Warnemünde
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Rostock where you can board the train.
All train stations in Rostock:
Warnemünde
Rostock-Lichtenhagen
Werft
Rostock-Torfbrücke
Where is the train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
Main arrival station: Griesen(Oberbay)
Garmisch-Partenkirchen has one train station.
Train stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
Griesen(Oberbay)
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