Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Krakow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Garmisch-Partenkirchen from Krakow?

The distance from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Krakow is 440.1 miles (708.2 km) as the crow flies. Krakow is located ENE of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 528 miles, taking about 10h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is in Germany, while Krakow is in Poland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Krakow. 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.