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Compare bus and train for Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €88.
Distance: 282 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€115 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:02 AM Bern | 6h53 | 2:55 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Trains from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €88 but you can travel from only €36 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 282 km distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 282 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €88 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bern and Garmisch-Partenkirchen from €36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Garmisch-Partenkirchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 07:10 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Wednesday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Thursday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Friday: 07:10 - 18:20
- Saturday: 07:10 - 15:30
- Sunday: 08:20 - 14:00
- Subway
- Hubertus
- Sausalitos
- Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
- Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten
- Biohotel Garmischer Hof
- Die Werdenfelserei
- Roter Hahn
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