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Trip Overview

The average train between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Lugano takes 7h 58m and the fastest train takes 7h 56m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lugano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 58m
Duration
513 km
Distance
CHF 122
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lugano train times

Trains run twice a week between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 4:58 AM at night, and the last departure from Garmisch-Partenkirchen is at 7:02 AM which arrives into Lugano at 2:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Scharnitz and take an average of 7h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)8h • 3 changes
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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)7h 56m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lugano? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lugano.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 512.9 km
  • Duration: 7h 58m

What companies run services between Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lugano via Scharnitz, Scharnitz, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 8h 32m.

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