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Heilbronn - Garmisch-Partenkirchen Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

There are 28 daily trains from Heilbronn to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Traveling by train from Heilbronn to Garmisch-Partenkirchen usually takes around 7 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in 5 hours and 28 minutes.

Distance143 mi (230 km)
Fastest train5h 28m
Lowest price€23.84
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
Train lines2

Price trends for trains from Heilbronn to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Monthly average prices

€69€55€42€28€14AMJJASONDJFM

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

2 train services operate from Heilbronn to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 16 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn128h 10m€65.74
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company167h 11m€59.75
  • 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 Heilbronn to Garmisch-Partenkirchen start from €24, and on average cost . Daily there are 16 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Heilbronn leaves from Train Station . And in Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains arrive at Train Station and 2 other train stations.

    From Heilbronn to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 11 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 5 hours and 28 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Heilbronn to Garmisch-Partenkirchen. 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 Heilbronn and Garmisch-Partenkirchen is approximately 143 miles, or 230 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 34 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 28 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.

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

The earliest train departs Heilbronn at 04:00 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 28 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 Heilbronn.

City Information

Heilbronn

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Heilbronn is a scenic city in the northern Baden-Württemberg region of Germany. Boasting a robust wine industry and many interesting local landmarks, the city is a great stop to enjoy when in Germany. One of the most popular local attractions is the local Rathaus, or City Hall, which features a large golden clock.

Head just outside the city to discover some of Heilbronn's best vineyards. Weingut Drautz, Albrecht-Kiessling Weingut, and Weingut Kistenmacher & Hengerer are located on the hills east of the city, and offer gorgeous, sweeping views of hillsides, valleys, and Heilbronn below. Pfühlpark is also in the area east of the city, a large park that offers excellent walking trails and even the famous Trappensee: a small lake with a castle built on it.

Heilbronn is connected to Germany's Deutsche Bahn train network, so you can easily reach the city from Munich, Berlin, Essen, or other major cities. Intercity bus transportation also offers affordable travel to Heilbronn, with options including FlixBus and Sindbad.

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 Heilbronn?

Main departure station: Train Station

There is one train station in Heilbronn.

All train stations in Heilbronn:

  • Train Station

Where is the train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

Main arrival station: Train Station

There are more train stations and stops in Garmisch-Partenkirchen than most cities. Most trains from Heilbronn will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:

Train stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:

  • Train Station

  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg

  • Griesen(Oberbay)

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