Athens, Greece to Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Road Trip Guide & Distance

915.6 miles 1473.5 km · straight line
1098.7 miles estimated 1768.2 km · driving distance
22h 6min estimated drive time
€195 - €240 estimated fuel cost
~2h 21min flight time
320° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Garmisch-Partenkirchen?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Garmisch-Partenkirchen is 915.6 miles (1473.5 km) as the crow flies. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1098.7 miles, taking about 22h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 21min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Garmisch-Partenkirchen is in Germany.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Greece 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 Athens, Greece to Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 6min €195 - €240 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 31min $88–$165* Budget
Train ~28h 44min $132–$385* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m 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 305 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 76 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients