How to travel from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, while a flight costs an average of $449.

Distance: 308 miles (496 km)

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$159

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$62

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$449

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$109

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6h 6m

Average total duration

5h 36m

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12h 2m

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3h 37m

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1h 37m

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6h 56m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.5 - 3.0kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich is a bus with an average price of $62 (€52).

This is compared to other travel options from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich:

A bus is $97 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich costing on average $159 (€133).

A bus is $387 (€324) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich costing on average $449 (€376).

The fastest way to travel from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Bus takes on average 12h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Mülheim an der Ruhr and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 20m sooner (5h 36m by train vs 6h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $159 (€133) compared to roughly $109 (€91) 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.

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from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich

How to get from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBus
    7:40 AM9h50
    Mülheim an der Ruhr
    5:30 PMMunich
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    7:40 AM9h50
    Mülheim an der Ruhr
    5:30 PMMunich
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    7:40 AM9h50
    Mülheim an der Ruhr
    5:30 PMMunich
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    7:30 PM11h00
    Mülheim an der Ruhr
    6:30 AMMunich
    $471One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:15 PM20h05
    Mülheim an der Ruhr
    6:20 PMMunich
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    5:40 PM10h40
    Mülheim an der Ruhr
    4:20 AMMunich
    $661One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mülheim an der Ruhr 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 Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich.

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There are 3 options to travel between Mülheim an der Ruhr and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich is a bus with an average price of $62 (€52).

This is compared to other travel options from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich:

A bus is $97 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich costing on average $159 (€133).

A bus is $387 (€324) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich costing on average $449 (€376).

The fastest way to travel from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 6m.

Bus takes on average 12h 2m.

The distance from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich is approximately 308 miles (496 km).
The average frequency per day from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mülheim an der Ruhr 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 Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
  • Trains mostly depart from Mülheim (Ruhr) Hbf and arrive in Munich Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Munich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Munich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Munich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Mülheim an der Ruhr to Munich with the following travel companies:
  • 15 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa City Airlines.
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Mülheim an der Ruhr 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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