What is the cheapest way to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun?

The cheapest way to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun?

The fastest way to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Kaprun?

No, there is no direct bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun. However, there are services departing from Garmisch-Partenkirchen and arriving at Kaprun Ortsmitte via Mittenwald Bahnhof and Innsbruck Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Kaprun?

No, there is no direct train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun. However, there are services departing from Scharnitz and arriving at Zell Am See via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun?

The distance between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Kaprun is 216 km. The road distance is 181.4 km.

How do I travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun without a car?

The best way to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun without a car is to line 5401 train and train which takes 5h 7m and costs €30 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun bus from?

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun bus services, operated by ÖBB-Postbus GmbH, depart from Mittenwald Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun train from?

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Scharnitz station.

Train or bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun?

The best way to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun is to line 5401 train and train which takes 5h 7m and costs €30 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €140 - €210 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun bus arrive?

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun bus services, operated by ÖBB-Postbus GmbH, arrive at Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun train arrive?

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun?

Yes, the driving distance between Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun.

Where can I stay near Kaprun?

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Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun by train, bus, or car

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Line 5401 train, train
best
1. Take the train from Scharnitz to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain 5401 / ...
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zell Am Seetrain 615 / ...
5h 7m
€32–97
Drive 181.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kapruncar 181.4 km
2h 43m
€30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mittenwald Bahnhof to Hauptbahnhofbus 2179 / ...
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Hbf to Kaprun Ortsmittebus
5h 9m
€143–205
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mittenwald Bahnhof to Hauptbahnhofbus 2179 / ...
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zell Am Seetrain 615 / ...
5h 25m
€38–108

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun by bus and train

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Distance: 216.4 km
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany and Kaprun, Austria?

You can take a bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun Ortsmitte via Scharnitz, Scharnitz, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Zell Am See, and Zell am See Bahnhof in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Kaprun Ortsmitte via Mittenwald, Mittenwald Bahnhof, Hauptbahnhof, and Innsbruck Hbf in around 5h 9m.

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