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Trip Summary
35 trains operate daily from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Eisenach. The train trip from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Eisenach is usually about 8 hours and 55 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 6 minutes.
Distance | 244 mi (392 km) |
Fastest train | 5h 6m |
Lowest price | €24.21 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Eisenach?
2 train services operate from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Eisenach. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 28 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 28 | 8h 47m | €108.97 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 9 | 9h 25m | €53.41 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Eisenach start from €24, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Eisenach. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves from Griesen(Oberbay) and one other station. And in Eisenach trains arrive at Hörschel Hp and 3 other train stations.
From Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Eisenach train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 9 hours and 25 minutes. If you are looking to get to Eisenach faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 6 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Eisenach.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Eisenach is approximately 244 miles, or 392 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 55 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 6 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Eisenach on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Garmisch-Partenkirchen at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 35 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 Eisenach 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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
Main departure station: Griesen(Oberbay)
There are two stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen where you can board the train to Eisenach.
All train stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
Griesen(Oberbay)
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg
Where is the train station in Eisenach?
Main arrival station: Hörschel Hp
There are more train stations and stops in Eisenach than most cities. Most trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Eisenach:
Train stations in Eisenach:
Hörschel Hp
Train Station
Eisenach Opelwerke Hp
Eisenach West
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