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Compare train and bus for Saarbrücken to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $78.

Distance: 223 miles (359 km)

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$78

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$78

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5h 9m

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4h 39m

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6h 35m

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6h 5m

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5h 13m

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Munich is a bus with an average price of $36 (€29).

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

A bus is $41 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Munich costing on average $78 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Munich is by train with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Saarbrücken and Munich including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Saarbrücken to Munich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 34m faster (4h 39m by train vs 5h 13m by car) and roughly $0.04 (€0.03) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($78 (€63) vs $78 (€63)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Saarbrücken to Munich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM6h45
    Saarbrücken
    5:55 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM6h45
    Saarbrücken
    5:55 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 9553 · ICE 599
    3:00 PM4h12
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    7:12 PMMunich Hbf
    $781One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn29535 · S8 · ICE 699
    9:51 PM9h36
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    7:27 AMMunich Hbf
    $341One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4132 · ICE 699
    9:47 PM9h40
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    7:27 AMMunich Hbf
    $341One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 9557 · ICE 695 · 4239 · 57011
    8:59 PM9h58
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:57 AMMunich Hbf
    $341One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM7h35
    Saarbrücken
    6:45 AMMünchen, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 AM7h15
    Saarbrücken
    4:45 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM8h05
    Saarbrücken
    10:00 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $341One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Munich.

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There are 2 options to travel between Saarbrücken and Munich including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Munich is a bus with an average price of $36 (€29).

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

A bus is $41 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Munich costing on average $78 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Munich is by train with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 35m.

The distance from Saarbrücken to Munich is approximately 223 miles (359 km).
The average frequency per day from Saarbrücken to Munich is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saarbrücken and Munich 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 Saarbrücken to Munich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Saarbrücken Hbf and arrive in Munich Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saarbrücken and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saarbrücken to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Munich by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Munich by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Saarbrücken to Munich with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Saarbrücken to Munich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Vienna, Prague, Zurich. 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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