Vienna to Munich train
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest train times from Vienna to Munich
Fastest Journey
3 h 45 m
Average
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
356 km
Of the 33 trains that leave Vienna for Munich every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Vienna to Munich
 | Distance | 220 miles (355 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 57 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $42 (€37) |
 | Train frequency | 18 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Deutsche Bahn with connection, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Vienna to Munich cover the 220 miles (355 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 57 min with our travel partners like ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Deutsche Bahn with connection, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 18 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $31 (€28), but the average price of train tickets is $42 (€37). Travelers depart most frequently from Wien Westbahnhof and arrive in München Hbf.
Train companies: ÖBB, Westbahn and ÖBB Nightjet from Vienna to Munich trains
For as little as $31 (€28) you can travel by train between Vienna and Munich with ÖBB, Westbahn and ÖBB Nightjet. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.
ÖBB is Austria's main train company and offers the following different ticket types for your next trip to Munich from Vienna by train: Standard Ticket, Comfort-Ticket, ÖBB Sparschiene-Ticket, ÖBB Sparschiene Comfort-Ticket.
Are you making plans to travel to Munich from Vienna? Why not take a train with ÖBB? Omio can show you current ÖBB train times, tickets, travel information (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard) and prices so you can find the best deals on Vienna to Munich trains all in one place. On the ÖBB train, you can expect to travel 220 miles (355 km) to Munich from Vienna. If you use the Omio app to search for trains to Munich from Vienna, you can quickly see if the ÖBB ticket is a mobile ticket, making it easy for you to go paperless when taking a train. Once you have found your perfect one-way ÖBB train between Vienna and Munich, book your cheap train tickets online on Omio or in the Omio app quickly and easily so you can spend the rest of your time enjoying your upcoming trip!
ÖBB Nightjet tickets between Vienna and Munich are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect route with ÖBB Nightjet from Vienna to Munich all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current ÖBB Nightjet train schedules and train tickets available on Omio for the 220 miles (355 km) trip. You can also see relevant travel information for the ÖBB Nightjet train, such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Vienna to Munich routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best ÖBB Nightjet Vienna to Munich train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the ÖBB Nightjet train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Munich with ÖBB Nightjet!
Omio helps you compare and book the perfect train with Westbahn to Munich from Vienna for a smooth and relaxing journey. Check the latest Westbahn train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, take a look at the travel information for the Vienna to Munich train with Westbahn (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), compare the best connections for your Vienna - Munich journey and then book a cheap train ticket with ease. The distance from Vienna to Munich by train is 220 miles (355 km). You can book tickets for this Westbahn train for as low as $55 (€49) one-way if you book in advance. When you search for Westbahn tickets to Munich from Vienna in the Omio app, you can also check whether they are mobile tickets quickly and easily. If they are mobile tickets, then you can go paperless when taking a train. Book that perfect Westbahn Vienna - Munich train ticket online and enjoy your trip!
Trains from Vienna to Munich
Trains in Europe are an effective way of traveling between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international train routes. Trains from Vienna to Munich are operated by Deutsche Bahn and take 4 and 10 hours to arrive in Munich depending on the service chosen. There are usually 21 trains traveling from Vienna to Munich per day. Some trains are direct; however, most trains require a transfer in either Salzburg or Plattling. The first train departs Vienna at 5:30 a.m. while the last leaves at 11:54 p.m. Vienna to Munich trains depart from either Wien Hauptbahnhof or Wien Westbahnhof and arrive at München Hauptbahnhof.
Vienna to Munich Trains: General Information
Travelers can usually offset some of cost of Vienna to Munich train tickets by planning ahead and checking the prices before booking.
- All Vienna to Munich trains are run by Deutsche Bahn.
- Some Vienna to Munich trains are direct; however, most journeys require at least 1 transfer, usually in either Salzburg or Plattling. Occasional journeys require 4 transfers. All trains depart from either Wien Hauptbahnhof or Westbahnhof and arrive at München Hauptbahnhof.
- The Vienna to Munich train journey takes as little as 4 hours to arrive in Munich.
- Most travelers book their Vienna to Munich train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Vienna to Munich trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 17% cheaper on average to book a Vienna to Munich train a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the station.
- Vienna to Munich trains are 29% cheaper on average when booked a week ahead of the travel date.
- Vienna to Munich train costs are 35% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
Taking the Train from Vienna
Most trains depart from Wien Hauptbahnhof (or central train station) located in Vienna's city center. Other trains depart from Wien Westbahnhof located at Europaplatz 2 and is well connected to Vienna's city centre by the Vienna Metro system (U-Bahn) and the tram network. Travelers can reach the station by taking the S-Bahn-line S50 or the U3 or U6 underground lines. Six tram lines have stops outside the station entrance.
Getting into Munich by Train
Most trains arrive at Munich’s main station, München Hauptbahnhof, which is conveniently located close to the city center. Much of the city can be explored on foot, but Munich’s main station is also well connected by public transport. Just outside the main station entrance, visitors will find a number of bus and tram stops to take them into the city center. Alternatively, travelers have the option of taking the S-Bahn or U-Bahn, which are located beneath the station.
Train tickets from Vienna to Munich: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Vienna - Munich 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 8% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Vienna - Munich with 2 months in advance you save up to about 2% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 5%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
Travel Tips: Trains from Vienna to Munich
Travel by train between Vienna, Austria and Munich, Germany is: Unrestricted.
Is international entry into Munich from Vienna restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Vienna?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Munich, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
The above information was last checked on 11/6/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train from Vienna to Munich closer to your date of departure here
Return travel from Germany to Austria is: Unrestricted.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Vienna from Munich?
Entry into Austria is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Austria from Munich?
Requirements for reentering:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Vienna, Austria?
The government of Austria has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask requirement: Recommended
Last checked on 11/17/22. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your train to Vienna from Munich.
Some of the Vienna train stations to Munich you can start your journey from include Wien Westbahnhof and Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Munich include München Hbf, München Hackerbrücke and München Marienplatz.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Wien Westbahnhof and arriving in München Hbf.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Wien Westbahnhof, which is located around 4.4 miles (7.1 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at München Hbf, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city center.
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