- Must visit
Mittelbau-Dora Museum
Museum and memorial exhibition at the former camp site, documenting wartime production, persecution, and remembrance.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$156
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$194
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 54 m
Trains on Sep 18
3
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Nordhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Nordhausen will cost around $194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Munich to Nordhausen, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 378 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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 Nordhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $118 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $118, while a flight costs an average of $454.
Distance: 234 miles (378 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$118 Average price Cheapest | $454 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Nordhausen:
A train is $336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Nordhausen costing on average $454.
Other travel options to Nordhausen take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 13m.
You'll arrive about 1h 10m sooner (4h 13m by train vs 5h 23m by car). Tickets start at around $118 compared to roughly $83 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 Munich to Nordhausen trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:48 AM Munich | 4h25 | 2:13 PM Nordhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:19 PM Munich | 5h10 | 8:29 PM Nordhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:36 PM Munich | 9h48 | 6:24 AM Nordhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
![]() | 7:19 AM Munich | 5h05 | 12:24 PM Nordhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:46 AM Munich | 4h38 | 12:24 PM Nordhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Nordhausen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 234 miles (378 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 234 miles (378 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Nordhausen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nordhausen trip today.
Museum and memorial exhibition at the former camp site, documenting wartime production, persecution, and remembrance.
Leading local history museum with archaeology, art, and city collections inside a restored civic building.
Distillery museum explaining Nordhausen's Korn tradition with exhibits on production methods and regional identity.
Main square of Nordhausen with civic buildings, events, and a convenient base for exploring the old town on foot.
Historic quarter area with churches and older streetscapes, offering one of the city's best walking atmospheres.
Green park area for a relaxed walk, with open lawns and local leisure appeal close to the center.
Nordhäuser Doppelkorn is the town’s famous grain spirit, distilled locally for centuries and closely tied to Nordhausen’s identity in the Harz region.
Harzer Käse is a sour milk cheese from the region, pungent and protein-rich, traditionally eaten with bread, onions, and caraway.
Thüringer Rostbratwurst is a classic grilled sausage from Thuringia, seasoned with marjoram and typically served with mustard and bread.
Traditional German restaurant with regional Thuringian dishes and a rustic atmosphere in central Nordhausen.
Established steakhouse and grill known for hearty portions, classic meat dishes, and relaxed service.
Casual local venue serving German favorites, beer, and comfort food in an informal pub-style setting.
Nordhausen is cheaper than major German tourist cities. Hotels, meals, and local transit are generally moderate, making it a good value for regional travel.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Nordhausen Bahnhof -> Nordhausen Bahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Nordhausen 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 Nordhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Nordhausen trains use the München Hbf to Nordhausen station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Nordhausen 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.
Nordhausen is 1 km from Nordhausen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nordhausen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bauchgefühl, Ristorante Due Angeli, Nardeen Döner, Irmak Kebap House
Wi-Fi is available at Nordhausen. ATMs are available at Nordhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Nordhausen. Information desks are available at Nordhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Nordhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nordhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nordhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhausen.
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