- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Herne to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Herne to Munich will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 2 trains that leave Herne for Munich on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 490 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Herne to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 304 miles (490 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$176 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $183 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Herne to Munich:
A bus is $125 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Herne to Munich costing on average $176 (€144).
A bus is $132 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Herne to Munich costing on average $183 (€150).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 46m.
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
You'll arrive about 1h 3m sooner (5h 46m by train vs 6h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $176 (€144) compared to roughly $51 (€42) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Herne to Munich trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:20 AM Herne | 5h52 | 12:12 PM Munich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Herne | 5h52 | 1:12 PM Munich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Herne to Munich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€83) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 304 miles (490 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 304 miles (490 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€83) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
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One of Europe’s largest urban parks, famous for long walks, open lawns, river scenes, and the Eisbach wave. A must for both classic sightseeing and social-media-friendly city moments.
Munich’s best-known market square and a lively old-town stop with strong local character. Even without focusing on food, it is worth visiting for atmosphere, architecture, and daily city life.
The 1972 Olympic Park remains one of Munich’s most recognizable leisure areas, combining landmark architecture, views, open space, and year-round events. Very popular with visitors and locals.
Traditional Munich veal sausages gently heated and served with sweet mustard and a pretzel, especially popular as a late-morning classic.
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Legendary fine dining restaurant in Munich celebrated for refined cuisine, formal service, and long-standing culinary prestige.
Well-known traditional beer garden and restaurant popular for Bavarian fare, Augustiner beer, and a relaxed local setting.
Respected traditional inn famous for dumplings, roast dishes, and an authentic neighborhood Bavarian atmosphere.
Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, though transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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Munich Hbf -> Marienplatz, Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herne 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.

Most Herne to Munich trains use the Herne to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München-Pasing. Use this guide to compare Herne and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Herne 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 options include: Thessaloniki Grill, Olymp-Grill, Rosmarino, Pizzeria Peppone
Wi-Fi is available at Herne. ATMs are available at Herne.
Ticket office support is available at Herne. Information desks are available at Herne.
Luggage storage is available at Herne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Herne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Herne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Herne.
Nearby hotels include Annette Ohlsen, Haus Kröner, Zur Post, Hotel Neos.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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 options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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 options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
München Karlsplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at München Karlsplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Karlsplatz. Information desks are available at München Karlsplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Karlsplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Karlsplatz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Karlsplatz.
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