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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Munich

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$123

Average price

$149

Fastest journey

3 h 51 m

Average duration

4 h 19 m

Trains per day

Distance

505 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Berlin to Munich will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Berlin for Munich on Wed, Jun 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 505 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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

08:11AM3h51

Berlin Hbf

12:02PMMunich Hbf

$1231One-way

0 transfers

ICE 505

08:28AM4h33

Berlin Hbf

01:01PMMunich Hbf

$1231One-way

0 transfers

ICE 703

09:34AM4h28

Berlin Hbf

02:02PMMunich Hbf

$1481One-way

0 transfers

ICE 1105

09:04AM4h05

Berlin Hbf

01:09PMMunich Hbf

$1671One-way

0 transfers

ICE 93 · ICE 535

10:04AM4h37

Berlin Hbf

02:41PMMunich Hbf

$1851One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€83 Average price	€34 Average price Cheapest	€262 Average price
8h 13m Average duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 42m Average duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 44m Average duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions	1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Berlin to Munich train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, June 17

Last updated at 10:25 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 509	On time 10:28 AM Berlin Hbf	4h33	3:01 PM Munich Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 1109	On time 11:04 AM Berlin Hbf	4h06	3:10 PM Munich Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 707	On time 11:34 AM Berlin Hbf	4h29	4:03 PM Munich Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 95 · ICE 689	Delayed 12:06 PM 12:04 PMBerlin Hbf	4h38	4:42 PM Munich Hbf	1 transfer
Wednesday, June 18
ICE 1003	On time 6:11 AM Berlin Hbf	3h51	10:02 AM Munich Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 505	On time 6:28 AM Berlin Hbf	4h33	11:01 AM Munich Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 1105	On time 7:04 AM Berlin Hbf	4h05	11:09 AM Munich Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 703	On time 7:34 AM Berlin Hbf	4h28	12:02 PM Munich Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 93 · ICE 535	On time 8:04 AM Berlin Hbf	4h37	12:41 PM Munich Hbf	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Berlin to Munich?

The best time to book your train from Berlin to Munich is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Berlin to Munich route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Berlin 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 Berlin to Munich.

Trains

from $57

Buses

from $33

Flights

from $158

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Berlin to Munich

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Pros

Local transport included

Cons

Wifi/LTE connection not sufficient for working

Relaxed direct connection from Berlin to Munich on the ICE. Competitive price thanks to BahnCard 50 with €77.50 (compared to the flight... because here you still have to pay for an S-Bahn ticket). It's nice that local transport is included when booking with BahnCard 50 and so no ticket had to be booked for the onward journey in Munich (complicated fare system).

Pros

Very eager staff

Arrived almost on time

Cons

Train overcrowded

Only 2 WCs intact in the whole train

I booked the trip in 1st class and unfortunately it was completely booked up to the last seat. The problem was that previous trains to Munich had been extremely delayed or cancelled altogether and were busy anyway due to the pre-Christmas period. The staff were very friendly and courteous despite the enormous crowds, which I found admirable. On the train, unfortunately, only 2 toilets were functional, which were located at the other end of the train, which led to large queues. The on-board bistro was unfortunately also completely overcrowded. We arrived about 20 minutes late. Great praise to the staff - the railway should work again on the operational procedures (especially during the Christmas period).

Pros

Short drive

Comfort

No change

WIFI

Socket

Quiet

Cons

Price

Delay

I travelled from Berlin to Munich by ICE about 7 months ago. The journey was very relaxed, it was very quiet on the train and the seats were also very comfortable. There was also wifi and power sockets. What was also good was that you didn't have to change trains. In addition, the journey was quick. Unfortunately, the train was 10 minutes late. And the ticket was expensive.

Pros

Clean train

Super view

Cons

Train delay

The facilities were actually quite normal, my seat had two power sockets, which is above average, and I didn't need wifi, so I don't know if there was any. Also, the train was nice and warm (almost too warm) and had comfortable seats, so I can't complain. Moreover, my reserved seat was still free for a train, the hygiene on the toilets and on the floor was very good. Moreover, I can't complain about the price either.

Pros

Punctuality

Cons

The product has no weaknesses

I recently had to travel from Berlin to Munich and decided to take the train. This was a very good decision as the whole section was thoroughly cleaned and there was good wifi reception. There were also two power sockets for charging electronic devices. The staff were also very friendly and there were no difficulties during the journey. I can only recommend the trip to everyone.

Pros

Punctuality of the train

Staff was very friendly

Seat reservation worked without any problems

Cons

Toilet paper not available in all WCs

Wifi did not work from time to time

In general, I enjoyed the train journey very much because the staff was again very friendly and also asked very often if you wanted to order something to eat or drink. I also visited the on-board bistro during the journey and there was no long waiting time and I was served immediately. The food in the on-board bistro was also very tasty and definitely worth the money. The train was not particularly busy, which is very pleasant as I also had to work during the train journey. The only two negative parts I can cite was that the wifi didn't always work and there wasn't toilet paper in all the toilets, but all in all a really good trip.

Pros

Good hygiene

Cons

Punctuality

The journey was very pleasant overall. The entire compartment had been thoroughly cleaned and the wifi reception was also excellent. There were also 2 power sockets, which was a great advantage. The service staff were very friendly. The only negative aspect is the lack of punctuality. Otherwise, I can only recommend the trip.

Pros

Very comfortable

Unbeatable price

No traffic jam

Cons

None

My journey from Berlin Hauptbahnhof in brackets deep started at 12:30 and I arrived after 4 1/2 hours at 17:00. The ICE was on time. Everything was very clean, including the toilets. There was wifi on the train all the time and I was able to do some work on the side. There was also something to eat in the on-board restaurant. Cleanliness was always a given.

Pros

Direct connection

Cons

Not on time

My trip by ICE to Munich started 30 minutes later than planned. On the other hand, you can get from Berlin central station to Munich central station in less than 5 hours - with plenty of space and good service in the board bistro. Wifi was not always available, especially in the first part of the trip (through Brandenburg) you couldn't rely on always having a connection (not even via mobile phone), luckily I was able to work offline a lot.

Pros

Service

WIFI

Cleanliness

Cons

Price high for short-term booking

The ICE journey from Berlin to Munich is the most comfortable and sustainable transport option. The train journey took me 4.5 hours plus a 20-minute delay. The service was very nice and the train compartment was clean. The wifi worked great and the sockets were easily accessible everywhere.

Pros

Cleanliness

Equipment

Year of construction

Cons

Personnel

Punctuality

Volume

If you can do without your car, you should take the train. The train was clean and the staff were able to help you. The seats were too hard for me. The toilet was not clean and the door could not be locked. It was taken care of after I complained.

Pros

Speed

Punctuality

Comfortable

Cons

WIFI

Hygiene

Price

The equipment in terms of sockets and wifi only deserves a maximum of 3 stars. Unfortunately, the hygiene is not exactly the best either. The tables are really dirty from the previous traveller on every trip and you can only go to the toilet with disinfectant. Nevertheless, the service is very good and the staff are always courteous and helpful. The seats in 1st class are very comfortable.

Pros

Fast drive

Train was not heavily utilised

Nice staff

Cons

Delays

Unfortunately changeover

Restaurant was not much choice

The journey was a little while ago now, but it was very good, there were definitely nice staff on the train and the toilets were very clean, which you can't always say. The duration of the journey was fine and the price was also perfectly acceptable. I would definitely recommend it.

Pros

Fast

Punctual

Comfort

Cons

Hygiene

WIFI

The wifi and the equipment of the sockets unfortunately only deserve 3 stars. The connection is constantly interrupted. The hygiene in the toilets is poor. Tables are not wiped and are very sticky. The service from the staff is always friendly and helpful. The seats in 1st class are very comfortable, you can sit here very well and also stay on them for super long distances.

Pros

Fast

Comfortable

Cons

Overcrowded

Unpunctual

The train journey from Berlin to Munich was very pleasant. However, the train was very crowded that day as many other trains to Munich were cancelled. Nevertheless, the journey was reasonably punctual and I was able to pass the time well on the train using the wifi. The train staff were also very nice and the on-board bistro was well attended. I would definitely recommend travelling by train.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin to Munich

Germany

Trains from Berlin to Munich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $5 (€4)

Distance

313 miles (504 km)

Average train duration

7h 43m

Cheapest ticket price

$22 (€18)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 49m

First train

07:12

Last train

22:35

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $5 (€4)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain from Berlin to Munich trains

You can travel by train to Munich from Berlin with Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Berlin to Munich train.

Berlin to Munich train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 3 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: $22
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 24 a day

Flixtrain GmbH is a German railway company owned by Flixmobility. FlixTrain already connects many cities in Germany with its green trains. The trains run on 100 percent renewable energy. Onboard facilities: FlixTrain trains are equipped with air conditioning, toilets, USB and sockets and have plenty of legroom. You will find free WiFi on most trains and a range of food and drinks is available. There is a standard ticket that guarantees you a seat. You can take luggage with you free of charge, provided it can be stowed in the luggage racks. Find the current FlixTrain timetable for your train between Berlin and Munich at Omio and easily book FlixTrain train tickets online.

Train information from Berlin to Munich with FlixTrain:

Average Duration: 11 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $78

Traveling by train from Berlin to Munich

The train connection between Berlin and Munich is well-served by several providers, including Deutsche Bahn and FlixTrain. With frequent services throughout the day, travelers can enjoy a comfortable journey that typically takes around 4 to 6 hours. Both options offer modern amenities, making it easy to relax or work while enjoying scenic views of Germany's countryside along the way.

Train Connection: Berlin to Munich

Traveling from Berlin to Munich takes approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes. There are up to 24 direct connections available each day, making it a convenient option for travelers. The journey departs from stations such as Berlin Südkreuz, Berlin Gesundbrunnen, Berlin Hbf, and Berlin Spandau, arriving at München Hbf and München-Pasing.

Berlin to Munich Train Connection

The first daily train from Berlin to Munich departs at 06:12, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore the vibrant culture and attractions of these two cities. The last journey of the day leaves at 21:56, allowing visitors a full day of sightseeing before returning in the evening.

Train Tickets Price for Berlin to Munich

The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Berlin and Munich is €40. The average ticket price typically hovers around €122, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant cities in Germany.

Exploring the Heart of Bavaria: Munich and Beyond

Welcome to Marienplatz, the heart of Munich! This historic square has been a central gathering place since 1158 and is home to the iconic Glockenspiel, which delights visitors daily with its enchanting mechanical show. As you stand here surrounded by stunning architecture like the New Town Hall, you'll feel the vibrant pulse of Bavarian culture that continues to thrive in this bustling hub.

Next on our journey is Nymphenburg Palace, an exquisite example of Baroque architecture built in the 17th century as a summer residence for Bavarian royalty. The palace grounds span over 200 acres and feature beautifully manicured gardens adorned with fountains and sculptures that reflect centuries of artistic heritage. Inside, you’ll discover opulent rooms filled with intricate frescoes and historical artifacts that tell tales of royal life in Bavaria.

Finally, we arrive at Neuschwanstein Castle—arguably one of Germany's most famous landmarks! Commissioned by King Ludwig II in the late 19th century as a tribute to Richard Wagner’s operas, this fairy-tale castle perched atop rugged cliffs offers breathtaking views reminiscent of storybook illustrations. Its unique blend of Romanesque Revival style combined with picturesque surroundings makes it not only architecturally significant but also an enduring symbol of romanticism that captivates millions each year.

FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Munich

FAQs: Travel by train from Berlin to Munich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berlin to Munich.

Cheap train tickets from Berlin to Munich can start from as little as $22 (€18) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Berlin to Munich is $89 (€72); 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 Berlin to Munich is 3 h 49 min to travel the 312 mile (504 km) long trip, with around there are 11 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Berlin to Munich leaves at 12: 01AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Berlin to Munich leaves at 11: 58PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Berlin to Munich without having to change trains with Deutsche Bahn. There are 7 direct trains from Berlin to Munich each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Berlin to Munich, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or FlixTrain for the best way to get you to Munich. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Berlin to Munich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 58PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Berlin Hbf, which is located around 3.6 miles (5.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Munich Hbf, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Munich from Berlin is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 49 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Berlin to Munich is September.

You have options as you can travel between Berlin and Munich 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Berlin to Munich

Berlin

Munich

The major train station for departures in Berlin is Berlin Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Hbf for your trip from Berlin to Munich.

Berlin Hbf Wifi