How to travel from Munich to Bolzano

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Compare train and bus for Munich to Bolzano

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, while a train costs an average of $73.

Distance: 114 miles (184 km)

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$73

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$38

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$51

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4h 51m

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4h 21m

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4h 37m

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4h 7m

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3h 49m

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The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Bolzano is a bus with an average price of $38 (€32).

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

A bus is $35 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bolzano costing on average $73 (€61).

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Bolzano is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Munich and Bolzano including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Munich to Bolzano among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $73 (€61) compared to roughly $51 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$21 (-€17). The journey takes 4h 21m versus 3h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Munich to Bolzano

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Sindbad0
    6:20 AM4h20
    Munich
    10:40 AMBolzano
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Sindbad0
    6:20 AM4h20
    Munich
    10:40 AMBolzano
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:15 PM3h55
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    3:10 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 83
    9:23 AM4h04
    Munich Hbf
    1:27 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $351One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 287 · REX 1829
    5:22 PM5h48
    Munich Hbf
    11:10 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBBRB54 · RJX 187
    5:34 PM4h53
    Munich Hbf
    10:27 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $501One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:45 PM4h25
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    7:10 PMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 AM4h20
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    10:20 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:00 AM4h10
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    9:10 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9751+Air DolomitiAZ7463+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80358
    11:05 AM9h43
    Munich Airport
    8:48 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $3781One-way
    2 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9751+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80358+Air DolomitiAZ7469
    6:55 AM13h53
    Munich Airport
    8:48 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $3781One-way
    2 transfers
  • Air DolomitiEN8274+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80358+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9751
    11:05 AM9h43
    Munich Airport
    8:48 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $3931One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Munich to Bolzano

Travel to Bolzano 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 Munich to Bolzano.

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There are 2 options to travel between Munich and Bolzano including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Bolzano is a bus with an average price of $38 (€32).

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

A bus is $35 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bolzano costing on average $73 (€61).

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Bolzano is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 51m.

The distance from Munich to Bolzano is approximately 114 miles (184 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Bolzano is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Bolzano:
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Bolzano/Bozen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Bolzano, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, OneBus to go to Bolzano by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, Bayerische Regiobahn, ÖBB | REX to go to Bolzano by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Bolzano with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, OneBus.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Bolzano often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Innsbruck, Rome, Venice, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bolzano and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bolzano to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bolzano, you can experience Bolzano's Christmas Market for local crafts and traditional foods during the holiday season, take a scenic cable car ride to Renon for Dolomite views, and explore the local food scene on a guided culinary tour. Enjoy a walk along the Talvera River promenade and visit vineyards for wine tasting. Key sights include the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, Piazza Walther, Runkelstein Castle, Bolzano Cathedral, and the Messner Mountain Museum.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Bolzano, allowing time to visit its main attractions such as the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, the medieval city center, and the surrounding Dolomite landscapes.

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