How to get to Obergurgl
Getting to Obergurgl
Obergurgl is at the end of the Ötz valley near the border with Italy and the high altitude means that it can be problematic to get to in bad weather and heavy snowfall.
The closest and most convenient airport to reach Obergurgl is Innsbruck Airport (97 km away), with a transfer time of around 90 minutes to the resort. Salzburg Airport and Munich Airport are also popular alternatives for international travelers, although Munich is slightly farther away. Friedrichshafen Airport is also a good choice when picking an airport transfer or renting a car.
There is no train station in Obergurgl. You can take the train to Ötztal, then take a regular bus up the valley. If you are staying in Hochgurgl, you will need to take another bus from Obergurgl. See below for detailed information on the nearest airports, transfer options, train connections, and driving routes to Sölden.
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Nearest Airports to Obergurgl
| Airports | Distance to Obergurgl | Transfer time | Public transport |
|---|---|---|---|
Airport Innsbruck | 97 kilometers | ~ 90 minutes | ~ 170 minutes |
Airport Friedrichshafen | 225 kilometers | ~ 185 minutes | ~ 370 minutes |
Airport Munich | 248 kilometers | ~ 205 minutes | ~ 280 minutes |
Airport Salzburg | 275 kilometers | ~ 200 minutes | ~ 250 minutes |
Distances are calculated form Airport to the village centre via Google Maps. Travel times are approximate and may vary depending on weather and traffic conditions.
Map of Airports near Obergurgl
Airport Transfers to Obergurgl
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Driving to Obergurgl
Getting from Innsbruck Airport to Obergurgl
Many of Obergurgl’s regular guests know all about the advantages of Innsbruck airport and they usually make up a healthy proportion of the passenger list on any scheduled or charter flight from the UK.
Getting from the airport by road involves the short journey onto the nearby motorway and then travelling west to the exit at Haiming. From here the route heads south into the Ötz valley along a busy and (in places) narrow mountain road. Local taxi drivers and bus drivers are used to the journey but those renting a car should be confident of their driving skills in winter conditions. Delays can occur in bad weather due to other road users with inadequate winter equipment.
Getting from Munich Airport to Obergurgl
Obergurgl is more than 300km from Munich airport and that time can extend even longer at busy periods or in bad weather. The most popular route is to follow the German motorway past Munich and south to Kufstein and then take the Inn valley motorway to the junction with Haiming described above.
Alternatively, and preferably not at rush hour, drivers can take the route through Munich and down to just north of Garmisch-Partenkirchen on the motorway. From here a scenic route heads past Mittenwald and Seefeld before dropping to join the Inn valley motorway near Telfs.
Getting from Salzburg Airport to Obergurgl
Like Munich, Salzburg should preferably be avoided as an arrival airport as it involves a lengthy transfer, especially if travelling with holiday companies who frequently add in stops in other resorts along the way. The most popular route heads through Germany on the motorway to Kufstein but those on holiday company transfer buses may end up travelling past Bad Reichenhall and St Johann in Tirol on the local roads if they are making stops en route.
If you plan to drive from the airport or nearby cities, renting a car can be convenient. Below you can compare car rental options for any closeby Airport or City. If it’s your first time driving in Austria in winter – check out our full guide on Driving in Austria in Winter — it covers safety, rules, car rental advice and tips.
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Public Transport Connections to Obergurgl
Closest Train Station to Obergurgl
Oetztal Train Station
The nearest railway station for Obergurgl is Ötztal Bahnhof railway station at the entrance to the Ötz valley. The station is on the main line between Innsbruck to Zurich but the trains that use the stop are often part of the Innsbruck suburban network and may require a change onto a regional service at some point.
From the railway station there is a local bus service available (which finishes early in the evening). Local taxis and minibuses should be available for the journey up the valley.
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