The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 34 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Airport for Munich on Sun, Jan 11, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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 699
ICE 1021 · ICE 1081
S8 · ICE 619
S8 · ICE 1021 · ICE 1081
ICE 827 · ICE 501
ICE 919
ICE 1013
ICE 915
ICE 1015
ICE 225Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €129.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 615 | Delayed 8:51 PM 7:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h38 | 12:18 AM 12:18 AMMunich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · 4645 · ICE 1081 | On time 10:00 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 7h48 | 5:48 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, January 11 | |||||
S8 · ICE 619 | 12:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 5h33 | 6:03 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 991 | On time 4:00 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h15 | 8:15 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 273 · ICE 1091 | On time 4:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h25 | 9:10 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 827 · ICE 501 | On time 4:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h59 | 8:47 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 511 | On time 5:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 9:32 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 117 | On time 6:46 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h24 | 11:10 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 · ICE 591 | Delayed 7:03 AM 6:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h24 | 10:15 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S9 · ICE 573 · ICE 563 | On time 7:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h04 | 11:49 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 513 | On time 7:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h38 | 11:29 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593 | Delayed 9:03 AM 8:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h24 | 12:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 915 | On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h18 | 12:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 515 | On time 9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h38 | 1:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 219 · ICE 575 · ICE 565 | On time 10:00 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h49 | 1:49 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595 | Delayed 11:03 AM 10:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h23 | 2:14 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 225 | On time 11:21 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h19 | 2:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 577 · ICE 567 | On time 11:45 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h04 | 3:49 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 517 | On time 11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h38 | 3:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597 | Delayed 1:03 PM 12:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h25 | 4:16 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919 | On time 1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h18 | 4:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 579 · ICE 569 | On time 1:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h04 | 5:49 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 519 | On time 1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h38 | 5:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 109 · ICE 599 | Delayed 3:03 PM 2:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h21 | 6:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1011 | On time 3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h19 | 6:41 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 771 · ICE 1069 | On time 3:45 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 4h11 | 7:56 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 611 | On time 3:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h41 | 7:32 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 201 · ICE 691 | On time 4:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h24 | 8:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1013 | On time 5:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h18 | 8:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 613 | 5:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h38 | 9:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 203 · ICE 693 | On time 6:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h24 | 10:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1015 | On time 7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h19 | 10:41 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 615 | On time 7:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h38 | 11:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 20:02 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Munich from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
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