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King Ludwig II Museum
Museum in the former Augustinian monastery presenting King Ludwig II, palace construction, and the 1948 constitutional convention.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$22
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$37
Fastest journey on Sep 08
53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
54 m
Trains on Sep 08
17
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Prien am Chiemsee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Prien am Chiemsee will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 17 trains from Munich to Prien am Chiemsee, including 17 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
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965Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Prien am Chiemsee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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$37 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (1h 2m by train vs 1h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $37 compared to roughly $17 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 Deutsche Bahn, Bayerische Regiobahn, Westbahn, Meridian, BOB & BRB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 Prien am Chiemsee trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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79025 | 2:44 PM Munich Hbf | 1h07 | 3:51 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
967 | 3:32 PM Munich Hbf | 1h03 | 4:35 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
967 | 3:41 PM Munich Ost | 0h54 | 4:35 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
79029 | 3:47 PM Munich Hbf | 1h04 | 4:51 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
79033 | 4:44 PM Munich Hbf | 1h07 | 5:51 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
969 | 5:28 PM München Pasing | 1h08 | 6:36 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
969 | 5:43 PM Munich Ost | 0h53 | 6:36 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
79037 | 5:47 PM Munich Hbf | 1h04 | 6:51 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
79039 | 6:44 PM Munich Hbf | 1h07 | 7:51 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1293 | On time 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1h03 | 8:15 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
961 | 7:32 AM Munich Hbf | 1h03 | 8:35 AM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
961 | 7:41 AM Munich Ost | 0h54 | 8:35 AM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 113 | On time 8:06 AM Munich Hbf | 1h04 | 9:10 AM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
963 | 9:28 AM München Pasing | 1h06 | 10:34 AM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
963 | 9:41 AM Munich Ost | 0h53 | 10:34 AM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
79013 | 9:47 AM Munich Hbf | 1h04 | 10:51 AM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
79015 | 10:43 AM Munich Hbf | 1h08 | 11:51 AM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
965 | 11:30 AM Munich Hbf | 1h06 | 12:36 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
965 | 11:40 AM Munich Ost | 0h56 | 12:36 PM Prien am Chiemsee station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Prien am Chiemsee run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 6:24 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Discover the best of Prien am Chiemsee — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prien am Chiemsee trip today.
Museum in the former Augustinian monastery presenting King Ludwig II, palace construction, and the 1948 constitutional convention.
Museum in the Augustinian monastery documenting the constitutional convention that helped shape Germany's Basic Law.
Historic gallery rooms inside the New Palace displaying state collections and richly decorated royal interiors worth touring.
Lakeside district with harbor, promenade, bathing areas, and boat departures to the islands; ideal for a first Chiemsee visit.
Historic island path network around Herreninsel, combining woodland walks, palace views, and quiet lake panoramas.
Car-free island lanes around Fraueninsel offer charming houses, gardens, and continuous waterside views in a compact setting.
Bavarian veal sausage traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard and a pretzel; a classic Upper Bavarian specialty found around Chiemsee.
Crispy roast pork with crackling, usually served with dark beer gravy and potato dumplings; a staple of Bavarian inns.
Potato dumplings common across Bavaria, often served with roasts and gravy; a defining comfort food in local traditional cooking.
Traditional Bavarian inn in central Prien known for roast dishes, dumplings, and regional beer in a cozy, established setting.
Well-known lakeside beer garden on Herreninsel serving Bavarian classics, fish, and drinks with memorable Chiemsee views.
Historic waterfront dining venue by the harbor, popular for fish, seasonal Bavarian dishes, and scenic terrace seating.
Moderate for Bavaria. Hotels rise in summer, but local dining and regional trains are reasonable versus larger Alpine resort towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or add 5-10% in restaurants, round up in cafes, and round up taxi fares by €1-2 for short rides.
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Prien am Chiemsee -> Prien am Chiemsee Marktplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Prien am Chiemsee 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 Prien am Chiemsee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Prien am Chiemsee trains use the München Hbf to Prien a Chiemsee station pair, with some services arriving at Urschalling. Use this guide to compare Munich and Prien am Chiemsee 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.
Prien a Chiemsee 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: Hacienda Tapasbar, Maharaja, Dotta, Wieninger Bräu
Wi-Fi is available at Prien a Chiemsee. ATMs are available at Prien a Chiemsee.
Ticket office support is available at Prien a Chiemsee. Information desks are available at Prien a Chiemsee.
Luggage storage is available at Prien a Chiemsee. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Prien a Chiemsee: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Prien a Chiemsee: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prien a Chiemsee.
Nearby hotels include Bayerischer Hof.
Urschalling is 2 km from Prien am Chiemsee city centre. Public transport options include:
Urschalling 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: Stüberl
Wi-Fi is available at Urschalling. ATMs are available at Urschalling.
Ticket office support is available at Urschalling. Information desks are available at Urschalling.
Luggage storage is available at Urschalling. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Urschalling: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Urschalling: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Urschalling.
Vachendorf is 3 km from Prien am Chiemsee city centre. Public transport options include:
Vachendorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Vachendorf. ATMs are available at Vachendorf.
Ticket office support is available at Vachendorf. Information desks are available at Vachendorf.
Luggage storage is available at Vachendorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vachendorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vachendorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vachendorf.
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