NUREMBERG to MUNICH train from L 40 with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Munich

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Nov

Cheapest price on 13 Nov: L 188
Average ticket price on 13 Nov: L 280
Fastest journey on 13 Nov: 1 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 13 Nov: 1 h 50 m
Trains on 13 Nov: 8
Distance: 150 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nuremberg to Munich will cost around L 280 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only L 188.

Fast trains

On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 8 trains from Nuremberg to Munich, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.

ICE 1003
9:29 AM 1h51
Nuremberg Hbf
11:20 AM
Munich Hbf
L 188
1 One-way
0 changes
ICE 701
8:59 AM 1h43
Nuremberg Hbf
10:42 AM
Munich Hbf
L 234
1 One-way
0 changes
ICE 1501
8:29 AM 1h50
Nuremberg Hbf
10:19 AM
Munich Hbf
L 240
1 One-way
0 changes
ICE 983
7:30 AM 1h50
Nuremberg Hbf
9:20 AM
Munich Hbf
L 257
1 One-way
0 changes
ICE 989
6:16 AM 1h54
Nuremberg Hbf
8:10 AM
Munich Hbf
L 279
1 One-way
0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Munich

Germany

Trains from Nuremberg to Munich run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at L 40 if you book in advance.

There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 34m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

150 km

Average train duration

1h 19m

Cheapest ticket price

L 40

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

34m

First train

12:01 AM

Last train

11:58 PM

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

91 days

Price information

Live departures

Nuremberg to Munich train times

The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Munich trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 905	Delayed 4:13 AM 5:13 AMNuremberg Hbf	2h02	6:15 AM 6:15 AMMunich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 989	Delayed 5:46 AM 6:16 AMNuremberg Hbf	1h54	7:28 AM 7:28 AMMunich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59115 · 4007	6:49 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h06	8:55 AM Munich Hbf	1 change
ICE 983	On time 7:30 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h50	9:20 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59089 · 57137 · 94027 · ICE 781	On time 7:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h26	10:05 AM Munich Hbf	3 changes
ICE 1501	On time 8:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h50	10:19 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 701	On time 8:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h43	10:42 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1003	9:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h51	11:20 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59093 · 57145 · 94025 · ICE 783	On time 9:38 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h27	12:05 PM Munich Hbf	3 changes
ICE 1503	On time 10:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h51	12:20 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 703	On time 10:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h43	12:42 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1005	11:29 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h51	1:20 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
RB 39549 · 57153 · 94023 · ICE 785	On time 11:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h26	2:05 PM Munich Hbf	3 changes
RB 39549 · 57153 · 94023	On time 11:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf	2h40	2:19 PM Munich Hbf	2 changes
ICE 1505	On time 12:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h52	2:21 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59123 · 4023	12:39 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h16	2:55 PM Munich Hbf	1 change
ICE 1007	1:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h51	3:20 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 585	On time 1:35 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h50	3:25 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59097 · 57161 · 94021 · ICE 787	On time 1:39 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h26	4:05 PM Munich Hbf	3 changes
ICE 1507	On time 2:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h49	4:18 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 707	On time 2:59 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h43	4:42 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1009	3:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h48	5:17 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59099 · 57171 · 94011	3:38 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h41	6:19 PM Munich Hbf	2 changes
59099 · 57171 · 94011 · ICE 789	On time 3:38 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h26	6:04 PM Munich Hbf	3 changes
ICE 1509	On time 4:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h51	6:20 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59129 · 4031	4:39 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h16	6:55 PM Munich Hbf	1 change
ICE 1205	5:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h42	7:18 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
59101 · 57179 · 94029 · ICE 881	On time 5:39 PM Nuremberg Hbf	2h23	8:02 PM Munich Hbf	3 changes
ICE 1601	6:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h51	8:20 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 801	On time 6:59 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h43	8:42 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
4037	7:08 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h47	8:55 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1103	On time 7:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h49	9:18 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 723	On time 7:46 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h46	9:32 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1603	8:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h50	10:19 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 803	On time 8:59 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h44	10:43 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
4041	9:07 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h48	10:55 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1105	On time 9:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h49	11:18 PM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1605	On time 10:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h53	12:22 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1929	On time 10:36 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h54	12:30 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 1107	On time 11:29 PM Nuremberg Hbf	1h51	1:20 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
ICE 989	On time 6:16 AM Nuremberg Hbf	1h54	8:10 AM Munich Hbf	0 changesdirect
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Why should you book Nuremberg to Munich trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn as well as agilis or alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH offer trains services from Nuremberg to Munich.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nuremberg to Munich.

Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of agilis or alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH to find the best option for your trip from Nuremberg to Munich.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline, Wanderu or Raileurope?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of agilis or alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH to find the best option for your trip from Nuremberg to Munich.
Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Nuremberg to Munich.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Nuremberg to Munich?

The best time to book your train from Nuremberg to Munich is 14 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Nuremberg to Munich route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Nuremberg to Munich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Nuremberg to Munich.

Trains

from L 86

Coaches

from L 54

Flights

from L 1,044

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, agilis, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH from Nuremberg to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, agilis, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH trains will get you between Nuremberg and Munich from L 40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

34m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

L 40

Deutsche Bahn frequency

20 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.

Quiet zone

alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH

About

agilis is a railway company operating regional trains based in Regensburg in Bavaria since 2010. It operates in the German state of Bavaria connecting cities like Ulm, Ingolstadt, Regensburg and Plattling. They offer single tickets and comfortable trains with some popular routes covering Ulm to Regensburg, Neumarkt to Passau and Ingolstadt to Plattling.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH Duration

2h 32m

Cheapest alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH Price

L 103

alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle

Quiet zone

agilis

About

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average agilis Duration

2h 54m

Cheapest agilis Price

L 171

agilis frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Refunds possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket

Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Nuremberg and Munich

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Nuremberg to Munich, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, agilis, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH for the best way to get you to Munich. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nuremberg and Munich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Nuremberg to Munich train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Munich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Nuremberg to Munich can start from as little as L 40 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nuremberg to Munich is L 182; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Nuremberg to Munich is 34m to travel the 150 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Nuremberg to Munich leaves at 12:01 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Nuremberg to Munich leaves at 11:58 pm.

Yes, there are 20 direct trains a day from Nuremberg to Munich with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, you can take a night train from Nuremberg to Munich with Deutsche Bahn. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

A day trip to Munich from Nuremberg is worth doing with a journey time of 34m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Munich including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Munich

Most Nuremberg to Munich trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Hackerbrücke. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nuremberg

Arrival train stations in Munich

Which Nuremberg station do trains to Munich leave from?

Trains from Nuremberg to Munich leave from Nürnberg Hbf. The station is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre at Bahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany.

Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 11m · L 18

SubwayU1 · 2m · L 18 · every ~24 min

Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services

Nürnberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.

Nürnberg FlughafenFlughafenstraße 100, 90411 Nürnberg, Germany+49 911 93700 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Flughafen from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12 · 17m · L 23

SubwayU2 · 11m · L 18 · every ~14 min

Nürnberg Flughafen train station facilities and services

Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.