- Must visit
Musik Instrumenten Museum der Völker
Museum in Mozart's mother's birthplace, presenting local history, instruments, and the village's rich links to the Mozart family.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to St. Gilgen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to St. Gilgen will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Munich for St. Gilgen on Thu, Aug 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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 St. Gilgen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m 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 St. Gilgen:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to St. Gilgen costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to St. Gilgen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
You'll arrive about 46m sooner (1h 28m by train vs 2h 14m by car). Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $7 (€5) 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 Westbahn.
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 St. Gilgen trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:33 PM Munich | 1h48 | 3:21 PM St. Gilgen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 13 | |||||
![]() | 6:48 AM Munich | 1h33 | 8:21 AM St. Gilgen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to St. Gilgen run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 7:48 AM |
Last train 8:39 PM |
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Discover the best of St. Gilgen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect St. Gilgen trip today.
Museum in Mozart's mother's birthplace, presenting local history, instruments, and the village's rich links to the Mozart family.
Nearby puppet museum in Sankt Wolfgang showcasing handcrafted figures and stage traditions, easy to pair with a Wolfgangsee excursion.
Nearby museum in Strobl on regional customs and objects, a worthwhile detour for deeper context on Wolfgangsee cultural traditions.
Lakeside promenade with mountain views, boat activity, and easy access to the village center; one of St. Gilgen's signature walks.
Major panoramic summit area reached by cable car or hiking trails, famous for sweeping views over Wolfgangsee and alpine ridges.
Scenic peninsula and walking area west of the village, loved for tranquil lake views, swimming spots, and classic photo perspectives.
Salzburg Nockerl is a fluffy baked soufflé dessert from the Salzburg region, shaped like local hills and prized as a classic sweet specialty.
Kasnocken are small dumpling noodles tossed with melted alpine cheese and onions, a hearty Austrian mountain dish common around Salzburg.
Brettljause is a rustic wooden board with local cheese, cured meats, spreads, pickles, and bread, popular in Salzkammergut inns and beer gardens.
Lakeside hotel restaurant with refined Austrian cooking, Wolfgangsee fish, and scenic terrace views suited to a relaxed fine dining meal.
Traditional Austrian inn in the center, known for regional classics, fish, and a cozy historic dining room with dependable local character.
Casual café and restaurant on the lakefront, popular for Austrian dishes, coffee, cakes, and a pleasant terrace in the heart of St. Gilgen.
Moderate for an Austrian lake village: stays cost more in summer, while dining and local transit are similar to other Salzkammergut resorts.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to St. Gilgen 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 St. Gilgen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to St. Gilgen trains use the München Hbf to Salzburg Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and St. Gilgen 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-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.
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