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South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
Bolzano’s best-known museum, famous for Ötzi the Iceman and excellent exhibits on Alpine prehistory and conservation.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Bolzano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Bolzano will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 14 buses that leave Munich for Bolzano on Mon, May 25, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 184 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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 Munich to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Bolzano:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bolzano costing on average $90 (€73).
Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 4m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $53 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 49m 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, Infobus.
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 02:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Bolzano buses for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 5:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h10 | 9:10 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h20 | 10:20 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h10 | 11:15 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h10 | 11:40 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h00 | 12:00 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h05 | 1:05 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h20 | 2:05 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h40 | 3:25 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:35 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 4h45 | 5:20 PM Bolzano, Via Alto Adige | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h05 | 5:05 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h25 | 7:10 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h05 | 7:25 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h05 | 9:35 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h55 | 3:10 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h45 | 6:25 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Munich to Bolzano run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 114 miles (184 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Bolzano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bolzano trip today.
Bolzano’s best-known museum, famous for Ötzi the Iceman and excellent exhibits on Alpine prehistory and conservation.
The city’s contemporary art museum, known for its striking modern building and changing international exhibitions.
A compact museum inside the historic Mercantile Palace, illustrating Bolzano’s role as a major trading center.
Bolzano’s most characteristic street, lined with arcades, historic façades, shops, and a lively city atmosphere.
The city’s social heart and a natural starting point for sightseeing, events, and old-town walks.
A compact historic center with arcades, colorful buildings, churches, and a distinctly Central European character.
Lightly smoked, cured ham from South Tyrol, typically served thinly sliced with rye bread or on a traditional platter. It is one of the region's signature products.
Bread dumplings typical of South Tyrol, often made with speck, cheese, or spinach and served in broth or with butter. They reflect the area's Tyrolean heritage.
Half-moon pasta filled traditionally with spinach and ricotta, usually dressed with melted butter and chives. A classic Alpine first course in the Bolzano area.
Elegant dining room in the historic Parkhotel Laurin, offering refined cuisine with strong regional roots and a more upscale atmosphere.
Historic restaurant in central Bolzano known for South Tyrolean classics such as dumplings, goulash, and seasonal regional dishes in a traditional setting.
Well-known beer hall and restaurant serving hearty local specialties and house beers in a lively, rustic atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels can be pricier in peak seasons, but everyday dining and coffee are reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small tips for taxis are appreciated, but not expected.
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