Annecy to Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.7 miles 418 km · straight line
324.7 miles estimated 522.5 km · driving distance
6h 32min estimated drive time
€58 - €71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
63° ENE bearing direction

How far is Annecy from Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

The distance from Annecy to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is 259.7 miles (418 km) as the crow flies. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is located ENE of Annecy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 324.7 miles, taking about 6h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Annecy is in France, while Garmisch-Partenkirchen is in Germany.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Annecy and Garmisch-Partenkirchen. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Annecy to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 32min €58 - €71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 50min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 12min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Annecy & Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Quick Facts

Annecy
45.90°N, 6.13°E
Europe/Paris
448m elevation
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
47.49°N, 11.10°E
Europe/Berlin
708m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients