- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, known for extensive interactive and historic exhibits.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Munich will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 34 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Munich on Mon, May 25, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
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ICE 525
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ICE 827
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ICE 621Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $244 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Munich:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Munich costing on average $61 (€49).
A bus is $208 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Munich costing on average $244 (€197).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 28m.
Bus takes on average 6h 27m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€49) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-40.77 (€-32.99). The journey takes 4h 28m versus 3h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Munich trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 619 | Delayed 11:17 PM 1:17 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h46 | 4:03 AM 4:03 AMMunich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 699 | Delayed 12:25 AM 2:25 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h02 | 5:27 AM 5:27 AMMunich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 273 · ICE 1091 | Delayed 3:50 AM 6:20 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h50 | 10:10 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 593 | Delayed 7:54 AM 9:50 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 1:15 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 529 | Delayed 7:58 AM 9:57 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 1:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 621 | Delayed 9:01 AM 10:57 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 2:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 575 · ICE 565 | On time 11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h29 | 2:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 595 | Delayed 9:59 AM 11:50 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 1:18 PM 1:18 PMMunich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 623 | On time 11:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 3:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1131 · ICE 225 | Delayed 10:04 AM 12:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h41 | 3:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 371 · ICE 517 | On time 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h39 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 625 | On time 12:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h16 | 4:13 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 597 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h26 | 5:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 627 | On time 1:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h16 | 5:13 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
TGV 9580+ ICE 919 | On time 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h39 | 5:41 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 | On time 2:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 6:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 579 · ICE 569 | On time 3:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h29 | 6:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 599 | On time 3:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h24 | 7:14 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 721 | On time 3:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S7 · ICE 1011+ 24352 | 3:58 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h45 | 7:43 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 723 | On time 4:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h16 | 8:13 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 771 · ICE 1069 | On time 5:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h36 | 8:56 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 691 | On time 5:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h25 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 725 | On time 5:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h19 | 9:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S7 · ICE 1013+ 24398 | 5:58 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h43 | 9:41 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 727 | On time 6:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h19 | 10:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 729 | On time 7:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h18 | 11:15 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 821 | On time 8:57 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h21 | 12:18 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
ICE 827 | On time 4:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h19 | 8:13 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 521 | On time 5:54 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h19 | 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 275 · ICE 511 | On time 6:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h42 | 10:32 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 523 | On time 6:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 10:12 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 525 | On time 7:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 | On time 8:57 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h15 | 12:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 573 · ICE 563 | On time 9:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h29 | 12:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Munich run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 9:28 PM |
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One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, known for extensive interactive and historic exhibits.
Major old masters gallery with important European paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries.
Large museum complex for modern art, design, architecture, and works on paper.
Huge urban park with walking paths, river scenery, beer-garden areas, and the famous Eisbach surfers.
Historic central market area popular for strolling, local atmosphere, and classic Munich city-center views.
Elegant square framed by major historic buildings and a key stop on central walking routes.
Traditional Munich veal sausages, gently heated and typically served with sweet mustard and a pretzel. A classic late-morning Bavarian specialty strongly associated with the city.
Roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin and tender meat, often served with gravy, dumplings, or cabbage. It is one of the most iconic hearty Bavarian dishes.
A finely ground baked meat loaf, usually sliced hot and served in a bread roll or with potato salad. It is a beloved everyday Bavarian snack.
One of Munich's landmark fine dining institutions, celebrated for high-end cuisine, polished service, and a distinctive iconic interior.
A long-established Bavarian beer hall and beer garden serving roast meats, sausages, pretzels, and Augustiner beer in a classic local setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant near the cathedral, popular for hearty Bavarian plates and monastery beer in a rustic central location.
Compared with many German cities, Munich is one of the more expensive destinations, especially for hotels and restaurants in central areas.
Service is usually included. In restaurants, it is common to round up or tip about 5-10% for good service. In cafes, rounding up by EUR 0.50-1 is typical. For taxis, round up to the next euro or add 5
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