- 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
$52
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Munich will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 6 trains that leave Stuttgart Airport for Munich on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart Airport to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart Airport to Munich:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart Airport to Munich costing on average $69 (€56).
A bus is $155 (€127) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Munich costing on average $168 (€137).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 35m.
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (2h 35m by train vs 2h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $69 (€56) compared to roughly $39 (€32) 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 Stuttgart Airport to Munich trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S2 · ICE 267 | Delayed 8:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 2h41 | 8:51 AM 8:51 AMMunich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S2 · ICE 117 | On time 9:08 AM Stuttgart Flughafen/Messe | 3h02 | 12:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stuttgart Airport to Munich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 9:18 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.
A premier Old Masters gallery with major European paintings from the 14th to 18th centuries, including works by Dürer, Rubens, and Raphael. Essential for classical art lovers.
A leading museum for modern and contemporary art, design, architecture, and graphic art. Popular for its breadth and for pairing well with the nearby Pinakothek museums.
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.
Roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, a hearty Bavarian specialty often served with dumplings or potato salad in Munich beer halls.
A Bavarian beer garden spread made from Camembert, butter, paprika, and onions, typically eaten with pretzels and very tied to Munich drinking culture.
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 Stuttgart Airport 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 Stuttgart Airport to Munich trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart Airport and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Stuttgart-Feuerbach is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Feuerbach 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: Dolce Cafe Bar, Höhencafe Killesberg, Distelfarm, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach.
Nearby hotels include Messehotel Europe, Ibis budget Stuttgart City Nord, Alpha, B&B Hotel.
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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