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Trip Summary
You can pick from 61 daily train trips between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Weißenfels. The average train journey from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Weißenfels takes 7 hours, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 5 hours and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 259 mi (417 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 0m |
| Lowest price | $34.01 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Weißenfels?
2 train services operate from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Weißenfels. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 58 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 58 | 7h 5m | $76.67 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 10h 49m | $61.30 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Weißenfels start from $61, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Weißenfels. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves from Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg and 2 other stations. And in Weißenfels trains arrive at Weißenfels West .
From Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Weißenfels train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 49 minutes. If you are looking to get to Weißenfels faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 0 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Weißenfels is approximately 259 miles, or 417 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 22 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 Weißenfels on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday 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 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. 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 61 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 Weißenfels 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)
Garmisch-Partenkirchen has 3 stations where passengers can board the train to Weißenfels.
All train stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
Griesen(Oberbay)
Train Station
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg
Where is the train station in Weißenfels?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Weißenfels receives travelers from Garmisch-Partenkirchen at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Weißenfels:
Train Station
Weißenfels West
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