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Burg Mauterndorf Museum
Regional castle museum in Mauterndorf with medieval rooms and exhibits on trade and travel across the Tauern passes.
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Obertauern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Obertauern will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Munich for Obertauern on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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 Obertauern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Obertauern:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Obertauern costing on average €40.
Other travel options to Obertauern take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Tickets start at around €40 compared to roughly €15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-25.49. The journey takes 3h 0m versus 2h 42m 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 Munich to Obertauern trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:16 AM Munich | 3h07 | 11:23 AM Obertauern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:28 AM Munich | 3h07 | 11:35 AM Obertauern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:16 AM Munich | 3h07 | 12:23 PM Obertauern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:27 AM Munich | 3h08 | 12:35 PM Obertauern | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:27 AM Munich | 3h08 | 1:35 PM Obertauern | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Munich to Obertauern run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Obertauern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Obertauern trip today.
Regional castle museum in Mauterndorf with medieval rooms and exhibits on trade and travel across the Tauern passes.
Local heritage museum in nearby Tweng presenting alpine farming, transport, and village life that shaped the Obertauern region.
Museum in Tamsweg exploring Lungau folk culture, crafts, and local history, useful for understanding the wider region beyond the slopes.
The central mountain pass through the resort, lined with hotels and access points, and famous for dramatic alpine scenery and history.
High viewpoint reached by lift and hike, offering one of the broadest panoramas over Obertauern’s peaks and surrounding valleys.
Popular reservoir area with walking paths and postcard views of peaks and ski slopes, especially attractive in summer and shoulder seasons.
A clear beef broth with sliced pancake strips. A classic Austrian ski-lodge starter, warming and common across Salzburg mountain inns.
Austria’s famous breaded veal or pork cutlet, fried until crisp. A staple on alpine menus and a traditional hearty meal after skiing.
Small bread dumplings with bacon, onion, and parsley, often served with salad or sauerkraut. A filling Salzburg and alpine comfort food.
Long-established fine dining option in a luxury hotel, focused on polished Austrian and international cuisine in a sophisticated setting.
Established upscale hotel restaurant known for refined Austrian cuisine, attentive service, and an elegant alpine setting in Obertauern.
Well-known mountain and après-ski venue serving Austrian classics, grilled dishes, and hearty ski-day meals in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Obertauern is pricier than many Austrian towns; ski lodging, meals, and lift-linked travel costs are higher in peak winter.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. Add 5-10% in restaurants, round up for cafes, and round up taxi fares modestly.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Obertauern 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 Obertauern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Obertauern trains use the München Hbf to Radstadt Bahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Obertauern 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 Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
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.
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