- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bern to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Munich will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bern for Munich on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 337 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $188.
Distance: 209 miles (337 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price | $528 Average price | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Munich:
A bus is $96 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Munich costing on average $140 (€115).
A bus is $484 (€397) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Munich costing on average $528 (€433).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 50m.
Bus takes on average 5h 52m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $147 (€120) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $103 (€85). The journey takes 5h 52m versus 4h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Munich buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 6h25 | 2:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 7h15 | 9:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld | 7h00 | 9:15 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bern to Munich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 10:25 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Munich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Munich trip today.
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
A premier Old Masters gallery with major European paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries, including works by Dürer, Rubens, and Raphael. Essential for classical art lovers.
A leading museum for modern and contemporary art, design, architecture, and graphic art. Popular for its breadth and for pairing well with the nearby Pinakothek museums.
One of Europe’s largest urban parks, famous for long walks, open lawns, river scenes, and the Eisbach wave. A must for both classic sightseeing and social-media-friendly city moments.
Munich’s best-known market square and a lively old-town stop with strong local character. Even without focusing on food, it is worth visiting for atmosphere, architecture, and daily city life.
The 1972 Olympic Park remains one of Munich’s most recognizable leisure areas, combining landmark architecture, views, open space, and year-round events. Very popular with visitors and locals.
Traditional Munich veal sausages gently heated and served with sweet mustard and a pretzel, especially popular as a late-morning classic.
Roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, a hearty Bavarian specialty often served with dumplings or potato salad in Munich beer halls.
A Bavarian beer garden spread made from Camembert, butter, paprika, and onions, typically eaten with pretzels and very tied to Munich drinking culture.
Legendary fine dining restaurant in Munich celebrated for refined cuisine, formal service, and long-standing culinary prestige.
Well-known traditional beer garden and restaurant popular for Bavarian fare, Augustiner beer, and a relaxed local setting.
Respected traditional inn famous for dumplings, roast dishes, and an authentic neighborhood Bavarian atmosphere.
Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, though transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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Munich Central Bus Station (ZOB), Munich -> Munich Hauptbahnhof, Munich
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