How to travel from Munich to Lübeck

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Munich to Lübeck

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €82, while a flight costs an average of €374.

Distance: 397 miles (640 km)

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Driving

€374

Average price

€140

Average price

€82

Average price

Cheapest

€10

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

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2h 0m

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7h 9m

Average total duration

6h 39m

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30m

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12h 39m

Average total duration

12h 9m

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30m

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8h 48m

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(door-to-door)

1.9 - 3.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of €82.

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

A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lübeck costing on average €140.

A bus is €292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Lübeck costing on average €374.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Lübeck is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 9m.

Bus takes on average 12h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Lübeck including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Munich to Lübeck 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 €82 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-72.11. The journey takes 12h 9m versus 8h 48m 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 Munich to Lübeck

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

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train

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 618 · ICE 78 · 11460
    12:01 AM10h23
    Munich Hbf
    10:24 AMLübeck Hbf
    281One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 618 · ICE 78 · 11460
    12:01 AM10h23
    Munich Hbf
    10:24 AMLübeck Hbf
    281One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2078
    9:15 PM1h15
    Munich Airport
    10:30 PMHamburg Airport
    3191One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 686+erixx21114
    5:11 AM6h41
    Munich Hbf
    11:52 AMLübeck Hbf
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 886+erixx21116
    6:09 AM6h43
    Munich Hbf
    12:52 PMLübeck Hbf
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 888+erixx21112
    4:03 AM6h49
    Munich Hbf
    10:52 AMLübeck Hbf
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 PM12h25
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    8:50 AMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    491One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 AM12h40
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    1:55 PMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:05 AM13h35
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    7:40 PMLübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich
    571One-way
    1 transfer
  • GetJet AirlinesEW7171
    8:25 AM1h20
    Munich Airport
    9:45 AMHamburg Airport
    2281One-way
    0 transfers
  • GetJet AirlinesEW7173
    4:30 PM1h20
    Munich Airport
    5:50 PMHamburg Airport
    2791One-way
    0 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK662 · SK649
    10:20 AM4h35
    Munich Airport
    2:55 PMHamburg Airport
    2821One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Munich to Lübeck

Travel to Lübeck 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 Lübeck.

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There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Lübeck including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Lübeck is a bus with an average price of €82.

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

A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lübeck costing on average €140.

A bus is €292 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Lübeck costing on average €374.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Lübeck is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 9m.

Bus takes on average 12h 39m.

The distance from Munich to Lübeck is approximately 397 miles (640 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Lübeck is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Lübeck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Hamburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Lübeck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Lübeck, Bussteig Beim Retteich.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Lübeck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lübeck by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Lübeck by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Sas Airways, CitizenPlane, GetJet Airlines, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Avion Express Malta, Luxair to go to Lübeck by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Lübeck with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 11 direct flights per day with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, GetJet Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Lübeck often also extend their vacation to go to Copenhagen, Hamburg, Malmö, Trelleborg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lübeck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lübeck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lübeck, you can explore the iconic Holstentor Museum to learn about the city's medieval history, visit the stunning St. Mary's Church with its astronomical clock, and wander through the charming streets of Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the history of the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum and indulge in the famous marzipan at the Niederegger Marzipan Museum. Don't miss the Lübeck Cathedral and the Buddenbrookhaus, a museum dedicated to Thomas Mann's novel "Buddenbrooks".
To fully enjoy Lübeck's medieval architecture, historical sites, and cultural experiences, 2 to 3 days are recommended.

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