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Compare bus, train, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $198.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$86 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $215 Average price | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee:
A bus is $50 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee costing on average $86 (€70).
A bus is $178 (€144) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee costing on average $215 (€174).
Other travel options to Murnau am Staffelsee take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 34m.
Bus takes on average 9h 38m.
You'll arrive about 32m sooner (4h 34m by train vs 5h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $86 (€70) compared to roughly $19 (€15) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:19, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 1:19 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee 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 Murnau am Staffelsee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Murnau am Staffelsee
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
- Monday: 06:40 13:10 - 12:00 17:30
- Tuesday: 06:40 13:10 - 12:00 17:30
- Wednesday: 06:40 13:10 - 12:00 17:30
- Thursday: 06:40 13:10 - 12:00 17:30
- Friday: 06:40 13:10 - 12:00 17:30
- Saturday: 08:10 - 14:00
- Sunday: 08:10 - 14:00
- Ipho
- Gasthaus Sonne
- Trattoria Italiana
- Augustiner Pantlbräu
- Hotel Post
- Klausenhof
- Griesbräu zu Murnau
- Ipho
- Trattoria Italiana
- Augustiner Pantlbräu
- Schloßcafe Murnau
- Hotel Post
- Klausenhof
- Griesbräu zu Murnau
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