How to travel from Barcelona to Munich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Munich

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $103 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $103, while a flight costs an average of $446.

Distance: 655 miles (1055 km)

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Driving

$446

Average price

$103

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Cheapest

$112

Average price

$265

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6h 9m

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4h 9m

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13h 8m

Average total duration

12h 38m

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30m

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23h 9m

Average total duration

22h 39m

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30m

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13h 42m

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3.2 - 6.3kg

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1.1 - 2.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Munich is a train with an average price of $103 (€86).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Munich:

A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Munich costing on average $112 (€93).

A train is $342 (€285) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Munich costing on average $446 (€372).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 9m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 8m.

Bus takes on average 23h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Munich among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $112 (€93) compared to roughly $265 (€221) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $153 (€128). The journey takes 22h 39m versus 13h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Barcelona to Munich

How to get from Barcelona to Munich by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Munich is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus83134 · 30492
    12:30 AM30h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:00 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $971One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus83134 · 30492
    12:30 AM30h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:00 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $971One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1817
    6:40 PM2h05
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:45 PMMunich Airport
    $3961One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 AM26h00
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:50 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 AM30h45
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    9:15 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $1161One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:25 AM24h50
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    9:15 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $1161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4324 · DE4305
    5:00 PM15h15
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:15 AMMunich Airport
    $2651One-way
    1 transfer
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4324 · DE4427
    5:00 PM22h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    3:30 PMMunich Airport
    $2651One-way
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsEW521 · EW84
    11:00 AM9h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:00 PMMunich Airport
    $2761One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Barcelona to Munich

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When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Barcelona to Munich, 100,00% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Barcelona to Munich, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Munich

Travel to Munich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Munich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Munich is a train with an average price of $103 (€86).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Munich:

A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Munich costing on average $112 (€93).

A train is $342 (€285) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Munich costing on average $446 (€372).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 9m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 13h 8m.

Bus takes on average 23h 9m.

The distance from Barcelona to Munich is approximately 655 miles (1055 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Munich is:
  • Around 64 flights per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Munich as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Munich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Munich Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Munich by bus.
  • Travel with AVE to go to Munich by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, KLM Cityhopper, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Croatia Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Amelia, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Swiss, Transavia France, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Smartwings, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines, ITA to go to Munich by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Munich with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 9 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Munich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Munich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Munich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Munich, you can visit the Hofbräuhaus for traditional Bavarian food and live music, explore BMW Welt for the latest BMW models and interactive experiences, and catch a game or admire the architecture at Allianz Arena. Discover history at the Munich Residenz, enjoy sports and views at Olympiapark, and marvel at the Glockenspiel show at Marienplatz. Wander through the opulent Nymphenburg Palace and its gardens, relax in the expansive English Garden, learn at the Deutsches Museum, and savor local delicacies at Viktualienmarkt.
To fully experience Munich's main attractions, such as Marienplatz, the English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and the BMW Museum, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.
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