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Archaeological Park Cambodunum Museum
Main Roman archaeology site and museum area with excavated remains, reconstructions, and exhibitions on ancient Cambodunum.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Kempten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Kempten will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 6 trains that leave Munich for Kempten on Tue, Jul 28, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, Jul 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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 Munich to Kempten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Munich to Kempten:
A bus is $22 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Kempten costing on average $33 (€33).
Other travel options to Kempten take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 47m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $33 (€33) compared to roughly $19 (€19) 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
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 Munich to Kempten trains for today, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
78921 · 3284 | 8:09 AM Munich Hbf | 1h39 | 9:48 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 196 · 57408 | On time 8:48 AM Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 10:18 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3876 | 9:09 AM Munich Hbf | 1h39 | 10:48 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
78925 · 57410 | 9:44 AM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 11:18 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
78927 · 3286 | 10:10 AM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 11:48 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 194 · 57412 | On time 10:48 AM Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 12:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3880 | 11:10 AM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 12:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
78931 · 57414 | 11:44 AM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 1:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
78933 · 3290 | 12:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 1:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 192 · 57416 | On time 12:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 2:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3884 | 1:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 2:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
78939 · 57418 | 1:44 PM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 3:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
78941 · 3294 | 2:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 3:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 190 · 57420 | On time 2:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 4:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3888 | 3:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 4:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
78947 · 57422 | 3:44 PM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 5:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
78949 · 3296 | 4:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 5:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 98 · 57424 | On time 4:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 6:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3890 | 5:09 PM Munich Hbf | 1h39 | 6:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
78955 · 57426 | 5:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1h33 | 7:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
78959 · 3298 | 6:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 7:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ECE 96 · 57428 | On time 6:48 PM Munich Hbf | 1h30 | 8:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3892 | 7:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 8:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
78963 · 57430 | 7:44 PM Munich Hbf | 1h34 | 9:18 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
78965 · 3288 | 8:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 9:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3894 | 9:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 10:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
78971 · 3292 | 10:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h38 | 11:48 PM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3896 | 11:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1h39 | 12:49 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Kempten run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€20) but you can travel from only $8 (€8) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€20) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Kempten — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kempten trip today.
Main Roman archaeology site and museum area with excavated remains, reconstructions, and exhibitions on ancient Cambodunum.
City museum in the Zumsteinhaus presenting Kempten’s history from Roman times to modern Allgäu life in a central historic setting.
Interactive natural history museum focused on the Alps and Allgäu, with family-friendly displays on geology, wildlife, and landscapes.
The oldest pedestrian shopping street in Germany, lined with historic facades and local businesses in the heart of the old town.
Historic neighborhood streets near the old imperial city core, best explored slowly for facades, courtyards, and local atmosphere.
Historic central square framed by St. Mang Church and old-town buildings; a practical starting point for exploring Kempten on foot.
Kässpatzen are soft egg noodles layered with melted mountain cheese and topped with fried onions, a signature Allgäu comfort dish found across Kempten.
Krautkrapfen are rolled pasta sheets filled with sauerkraut and onions, then pan-fried. They are a traditional Swabian-Allgäu farmhouse dish.
Kässuppe is a rich Alpine cheese soup, often made with local Allgäu cheese and broth. It reflects the dairy traditions of the region.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant with modern regional cooking, refined presentation, and an elegant atmosphere for a special meal.
Traditional Bavarian-Allgäu brewery inn known for regional classics and beer in a lively, historic setting near central Kempten.
Established brewery restaurant serving hearty Bavarian dishes and house beer in a casual, sociable setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local transit is reasonable, and tourist costs are usually lower than Munich or major Alpine resorts.
Tipping is customary but modest: round up or add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Kempten (Allgäu)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Kempten 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 Kempten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Kempten trains use the München Hbf to Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Use this guide to compare Munich and Kempten train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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, Hbf Nord is 1 km from Munich city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
München, Hbf Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at München, Hbf Nord.
ATMs are available at München, Hbf Nord.
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Hbf Nord.
Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu) 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: Sushi & Nem, Pizza Royal, Art of Shisha, China-Town
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include BigBOX ALLGÄU Hotel, Art Hotel Allgäu, Green Living Inn.
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost is 1 km from Kempten city centre. Public transport options include:
Kempten(Allgäu)Ost 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: Cafe Zimmermann, Lenz im Hirsch, Sportheim SV Lenzfried, Allgäu Hütte
Wi-Fi is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. ATMs are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Information desks are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kempten(Allgäu)Ost.
Nearby hotels include Landhotel Hirsch, Bayerischer Hof, Berg-Café.
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