Garmisch-Partenkirchen to St. Moritz: Road Trip Guide & Distance

91.2 miles 146.7 km · straight line
114 miles estimated 183.4 km · driving distance
2h 18min estimated drive time
€20 - €24 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
221° SW bearing direction

How far is Garmisch-Partenkirchen from St. Moritz?

The distance from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to St. Moritz is 91.2 miles (146.7 km) as the crow flies. St. Moritz is located SW of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114 miles, taking about 2h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Garmisch-Partenkirchen is in Germany, while St. Moritz is in Switzerland.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Garmisch-Partenkirchen and St. Moritz. 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 St. Moritz

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 18min €20 - €24 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 46min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 11min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Garmisch-Partenkirchen & St. Moritz

Quick Facts

Garmisch-Partenkirchen
47.49°N, 11.10°E
Europe/Berlin
708m elevation
St. Moritz
46.49°N, 9.84°E
Europe/Zurich
1822m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 273.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients