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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nuremberg to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a flight costs an average of $363.

Distance: 93 miles (150 km)

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Driving

$38

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$16

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$363

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$31

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1h 49m

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1h 19m

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2h 41m

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2h 11m

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3h 43m

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1h 43m

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2h 4m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

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

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Munich costing on average $38 (€32).

A bus is $347 (€290) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Munich costing on average $363 (€303).

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 41m.

Flight takes on average 3h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg 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 45m sooner (1h 19m by train vs 2h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $38 (€32) compared to roughly $31 (€26) 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 Nuremberg to Munich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 PM2h05
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    11:35 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 PM2h05
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    11:35 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 523
    9:01 AM1h11
    Nuremberg Hbf
    10:12 AMMunich Hbf
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 985
    6:30 AM1h20
    Nuremberg Hbf
    7:50 AMMunich Hbf
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4027
    3:07 PM1h47
    Nuremberg Hbf
    4:54 PMMunich Hbf
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4041
    9:07 PM1h49
    Nuremberg Hbf
    10:56 PMMunich Hbf
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 PM2h00
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    9:30 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:55 PM2h04
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    11:59 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:50 PM2h10
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    10:00 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH143 · LH112
    11:35 AM4h35
    Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    4:10 PMMunich Airport
    $5601One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH141 · LH102
    8:30 AM2h40
    Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    11:10 AMMunich Airport
    $6571One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH149 · LH96
    6:10 AM3h00
    Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport
    9:10 AMMunich Airport
    $6571One-way
    1 transfer

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How to Travel from Nuremberg to Munich

Travelers in Germany can journey from Nuremberg to Munich by bus or train. Trains are the fastest method of traveling from Nuremberg to Munich taking just over an hour to arrive. Buses are also a popular option, taking just under 2 hours to arrive in Munich.

Trains from Nuremberg to Munich | Buses from Nuremberg to Munich | Return trips from Munich to Nuremberg

Nuremberg to Munich Travel Comparison

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Travel Time

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buses

€8

1:50 h

1 Day Ahead

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€19

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What is the best way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich?

Cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich. Buses traveling from Nuremberg to Munich depart from Nürnberg ZOB (central bus station) and take at least 1:50 h to arrive at München ZOB. Approximately 25 buses travel from Nuremberg to Munich every day, with the earliest departing Nuremberg at 3:20 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Nuremberg to Munich include Flixbus, Eurolines, Bus and Fly, and Hellö.


Fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich


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Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich. Trains depart from Nürnberg Hauptbahnhof and take just over an hour to arrive at München Hauptbahnhof. Approximately 40 trains travel from Nuremberg to Munich per day, with the first train departing Nuremberg at 5:10 a.m. All trains that travel from Nuremberg to Munich are operated by Deutsche Bahn.


Most popular way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich


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Taking a train is the most popular way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich. Taking a train is almost an hour faster than traveling from Nuremberg to Munich by bus while only being €11 more expensive on average. There are also approximately 15 more trains than buses traveling from Nuremberg to Munich every day.


How to get from Nuremberg to Munich

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Nuremberg to Munich, 79,84% 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 Nuremberg to Munich 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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FAQs: Travel from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Munich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Nuremberg and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

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

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Munich costing on average $38 (€32).

A bus is $347 (€290) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Munich costing on average $363 (€303).

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Munich is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 41m.

Flight takes on average 3h 43m.

The distance from Nuremberg to Munich is approximately 93 miles (150 km).
The average frequency per day from Nuremberg to Munich is:
  • Around 21 trains per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Munich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nuremberg Hbf and arrive in Munich Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nürnberg, ZOB and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nuremberg to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Cityjet to go to Munich by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Munich by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, agilis to go to Munich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nuremberg to Munich with the following travel companies:
  • 14 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 21 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn.
Omio customers who travel from Nuremberg 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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