How to travel from Munich to Paris

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Travel Information between Munich and Paris

distanceDistance424 miles (684 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$37 - $161
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $37 (€32) • 11 h 45 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $161 (€139) • 1 h 35 min
carriersPopular travel companiesBlaBlaCar Bus, Air France or TGV

Travel 424 miles (684 km) by train, bus or flight to Paris from Munich. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are BlaBlaCar Bus, Air France or TGV among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Munich to Paris.

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from Munich to Paris

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

Our recommendation
bus

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

Union Ivkoni International
06:30AM14h30
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
09:00PMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
$331One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Union Ivkoni International
06:30AM14h30
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
09:00PMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
$331One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Lufthansa
06:05PM1h35
Munich Airport (MUC)
07:40PMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
$3641One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Deutsche Bahn
08:46AM5h27
Munich Hbf
02:13PMParis Gare de l'Est
$1331One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn with connection
10:46AM6h06
Munich Hbf
04:52PMParis Gare de l'Est
$1331One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn
12:28PM5h48
Munich Hbf
06:16PMParis Gare de l'Est
$1331One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:45AM12h40
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
09:25PMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
$541One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus
08:30PM11h45
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
08:15AMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
$581One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
05:40PM14h10
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz
07:50AMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
$501One-way
1 transfer
Eurowings
12:20PM7h50
Munich Airport (MUC)
08:10PMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
$2071One-way
1 transfer
Vueling
09:10PM12h05
Munich Airport (MUC)
09:15AMParis Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
$1961One-way
1 transfer
Vueling
09:10PM11h25
Munich Airport (MUC)
08:35AMParis Orly Airport (ORY)
$1931One-way
1 transfer

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Travel from Munich to Paris: Journey Details

It's simple to travel from Munich to Paris, and travelers can choose buses, trains or flights. The fastest way to make the journey is flying, which takes just over 1 hour 30 minutes, followed by trains and then buses. The wide range of options means that travelers can find a way to reach Paris at almost any time of day, every day of the week.

Return trips from Paris to Munich are also available.

How to get from Munich to Paris

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Munich to Paris, 78,87% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Munich to Paris and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Buses from Munich to Paris

Buses from Munich to Paris are a good affordable option. Direct services to the French capital are operated by both Flixbus and Eurolines, and the journey takes between 11 hours 30 minutes and 13 hours 30 minutes. There are also indirect buses operated by Megabus. The first bus leaves at 8:25 a.m., and the final service departs just after midnight. All buses leave from the Hauptbahnhof in the city center.

Trains from Munich to Paris

Trains from Munich to Paris are a convenient way to travel. Deutsche Bahn operates a daily direct service between the two cities, which takes 6 hours 10 minutes to make the journey. A single direct train leaves Munich Hauptbahnhof at 6:25 a.m., but if an early departure is inconvenient, there are indirect trains to choose from as well. These trains take about the same time to reach Paris, with a change at Stuttgart or Mannheim.

Flights from Munich to Paris

Flights from Munich to Paris are the fastest way to travel between the two cities. Direct flights are available from airlines like Lufthansa, Eurowings, Transavia and Air France. Direct flights take 1 hour 35 minutes, and the first departure time of the day is as early as 6:50 a.m. After that, flights take off every hour until 9:45 p.m.

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All travel companies: Airlines, Train and Bus from Munich to Paris

Travel to Paris from Munich on TGV, Eurowings and FlixBus travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

TGV is a high-speed train company based in France with trains from Munich to Paris. It operates a fleet of modern, high-speed trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type offers different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. The TGV also offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Flexi, and Prem's. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. The most popular routes for TGV are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.

    BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a travel company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the travel include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

      Austrian Airlines is Austria’s leading airline and you can choose between Economy Class or Business Class for your next travel from Munich to Paris.

        FAQs: Travel from Munich to Paris

        FAQs: Travel to Paris 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 Paris.
        FAQs

        There are 3 options to travel from Munich to Paris including taking a train, bus or flight.

        The cheapest way to get from Munich to Paris is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $37 (€32) compared to other travel options to Paris:

        Taking a bus costs $124 (€108) less than taking a flight, which average ticket prices of $161 (€139).

        Taking a bus costs $59 (€51) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $96 (€83).

        The fastest way from Munich to Paris is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h 35 min.

        There are alternative travel options to Paris that take longer:

        Getting to Paris by bus takes 11 h 45 min on average.

        Train takes on average 5 h 27 min.

        The Munich to Paris distance is around 424 miles (684 km).

        The average frequency per day from Munich to Paris is:

        • 2 buses a day.
        • Around 1 train per day.

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

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Paris:

        • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
        • Flights from Munich to Paris most often leave from Munich Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
        • Trains most often depart from Munich at Munich Hbf and arrive in Paris at Paris Gare du Nord.

        Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Munich to Paris:

        • You can go to Paris from Munich by bus with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar or Movelia. You'll see cheap bus tickets for $44 (€38) with Ourbus from Munich to Paris on Omio.
        • You can take a flight from Munich to Paris with Air France, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline (2), Air Dolomiti, Vueling Airlines, Eurowings, KLM, Luxair, KLM Cityhopper, Alitalia, Austrian Airlines or LAER. Cheap tickets can be found for $125 (€108) with Vueling Airlines from Munich to Paris.
        • You can go to Paris from Munich by train with TGV, Deutsche Bahn, TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF ICE or ÖBB Nightjet. You'll see cheap train tickets for $165 (€143) with Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Paris on Omio.

        Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Paris with the following travel companies:

        • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus or Ourbus.
        • Direct train available with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB Nightjet 1 direct train per day.

        Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Paris as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Munich and Paris.

        Looking to extend your trip from Munich to Paris? Many Omio customers who go from Munich to Paris usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like London, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Milan or Brussels. If you're looking to explore London, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Milan or Brussels from Paris, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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