Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

392.2 miles 631.2 km · straight line
470.6 miles estimated 757.4 km · driving distance
9h 28min estimated drive time
€81 - €100 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
169° S bearing direction

How far is Garmisch-Partenkirchen from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rome, Italy is 392.2 miles (631.2 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located S of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 470.6 miles, taking about 9h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is in Germany, while Rome, Italy is in Italy.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Rome, Italy. 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 28min €81 - €100 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 22min $38–$71* Budget
Train ~9h 0min $56–$165* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Garmisch-Partenkirchen & Rome, Italy

Quick Facts

Garmisch-Partenkirchen
47.49°N, 11.10°E
Europe/Berlin
708m elevation
Rome, Italy
41.90°N, 12.50°E
Europe/Rome
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 131 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients