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Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $334.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
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$82 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $334 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg 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 Munich to Berlin:
A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Berlin costing on average $82.
A bus is $293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Berlin costing on average $334.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Bus takes on average 8h 47m.
The journey is about 1h 37m faster (4h 57m by train vs 6h 34m by car) and roughly $23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($82 vs $105). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Travel optionsfrom Munich to Berlin
How to get from Munich to Berlin by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Munich to Berlin is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus6:05 AM7h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1:45 PMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)$451One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- FlixBus6:05 AM7h40Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1:45 PMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)$451One-way0 transfers
Fastest
- LH19608:00 PM1h05Munich Airport9:05 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport$2701One-way0 transfers
Other options
- ICE 11045:17 AM4h17Munich Hbf9:34 AMBerlin Hbf$581One-way0 transfers
- ICE 820 · ICE 8045:44 AM4h21Munich Hbf10:05 AMBerlin Hbf$581One-way1 transfer
- ICE 908 · ICE 12728:49 PM7h58Munich Hbf4:47 AMBerlin Hbf$831One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus8:35 AM7h50Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)4:25 PMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:35 AM8h15Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)4:50 PMBerlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)$451One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:25 PM7h25München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz6:50 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)$491One-way0 transfers
EW85 · EW80577:05 PM3h30Munich Airport10:35 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport$2591One-way1 transfer- EW81 · EW80558:45 AM7h35Munich Airport4:20 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport$3211One-way1 transfer
DE4426 · DE40754:25 PM5h00Munich Airport9:25 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport$3511One-way1 transfer
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How to Travel from Munich to Berlin
The trip from Munich to Berlin is popular with travelers in Germany. Berlin lies 500 kilometers northeast of Munich and passengers can make the journey in comfort by bus, train or plane. Domestic flights are the fastest mode of transport taking just 75 minutes. High-speed trains also offer a speedy option making the journey in around 6 hours. Coaches offer an economical option and take 7-11 hours for the journey.
Trains from Munich to Berlin | Buses from Munich to Berlin | Flights from Munich to Berlin
Munich to Berlin Travel Comparison
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
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€17 |
6:50 h |
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€46 |
6:20 h |
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€60 |
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What is the best way to travel from Munich to Berlin?
Cheapest way to travel from Munich to Berlin
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Munich to Berlin. Buses traveling from Munich to Berlin depart from Munich ZOB (central bus station) and take at least 6:50 h to arrive at Berlin ZOB am Funkturm. Over 30 buses travel from Munich to Berlin everyday with buses beginning to depart Munich at 6:55 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Munich to Berlin include Flixbus and PolskiBus.
Fastest way to travel from Munich to Berlin
Taking a flight is the fastest way to travel from Munich to Berlin. Flights depart from Munich airport and arrive at either Berlin's Tegel or Schönefeld airport after approximately 4 hours of travel time. Airlines that travel directly from Munich to Berlin include Transavia, AirBerlin, and Lufthansa. Over 30 direct flights travel from Munich to Berlin everyday.
Most popular way to travel from Munich to Berlin
Taking a flight is the most popular way to travel from Munich to Berlin. Taking a flight is at least 2:20 h faster than taking either the bus or train. The convenient public transportation options from Munich and Berlin's airports to their respective city centers also help reduce the total travel time when flying between Munich and Berlin. Traveling from Munich to Berlin by train is also a popular option if you're booking last minute or prefer avoiding the airport.
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This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Berlin:
A bus is $41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Berlin costing on average $82.
A bus is $293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Berlin costing on average $334.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Bus takes on average 8h 47m.
- Around 24 flights per day.
- Around 19 trains per day.
- Around 17 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Berlin as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Berlin Hbf.
- Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Berlin by train.
- Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa City Airlines, Eurowings, Smartwings, Condor Flugdienst, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, Croatia Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, TAP Portugal, British Airways, Cityjet to go to Berlin by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Berlin by bus.
- 14 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
- 9 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa City Airlines.
- 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
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