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How to travel from Vienna to Munich

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Travel Information between Vienna and Munich

distanceDistance220 miles (355 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$18 - $155
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $18 (€16) • 5 h 15 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $155 (€140) • 1 h
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Austrian Airlines or Deutsche Bahn

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 220 miles (355 km) between Vienna and Munich. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, Austrian Airlines or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Vienna to Munich.

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from Vienna to Munich

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

Our recommendation
bus

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

FlixBus
07:15AM5h45
Vienna
01:00PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
05:45PM5h15
Vienna
11:00PMMunich
$211One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Lufthansa Cityline
12:55PM1h00
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
01:55PMMunich Airport (MUC)
$2001One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Deutsche Bahn
04:28PM4h03
Vienna Hbf
08:31PMMunich Hbf
$491One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:28PM4h04
Vienna Hbf
10:32PMMunich Hbf
$491One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
05:28PM4h13
Vienna Hbf
09:41PMMunich Hbf
$491One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
10:00AM5h30
Vienna
03:30PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
$261One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
01:55PM5h40
Vienna
07:35PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
$231One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:45PM5h40
Vienna
06:25PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
$231One-way
0 transfers
Eurowings
08:45AM6h20
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
03:05PMMunich Airport (MUC)
$1541One-way
1 transfer
Eurowings
03:10PM5h05
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
08:15PMMunich Airport (MUC)
$1541One-way
1 transfer
Austrian Airlines
01:55PM1h00
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
02:55PMMunich Airport (MUC)
$2001One-way
0 transfers

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How to Travel from Vienna to Munich

If you want to attend Oktoberfest or just need to see friends in Munich, getting there from Vienna is simple. You can take a leisurely bus journey, relax on the train or catch an express flight that will get you there in a couple of hours.

Trains from Vienna to Munich | Buses from Vienna to Munich | Flights from Vienna to Munich

Vienna to Munich Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€25

4:33 h

1 Week Ahead

trains

€46

4:00 h

2 Months Ahead

flight

€154

0:50 h

1 Week Before



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

Cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Munich


cheap

Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Munich. Buses traveling from Vienna to Munich depart from one of Vienna's Erdberg, Südtiroler Platz, or Westbahnhof Europaplatz bus stations and take approximately 4 and a half hours to arrive at Munich ZOB. Buses are an average of €21 cheaper than taking the train. Approximately 18 buses travel from Vienna to Munich per day. Bus companies that travel from Vienna to Munich include Flixbus, Eurolines, and Hellö.


Fastest way to travel from Vienna to Munich


fast

Taking a flight is the fastest way to travel from Vienna to Munich. A Vienna to Munich usually only requires 50 minutes of flight time; however, when transport to and from the Vienna and Munich airports are taken into consideration, the journey will take approximately 4:15 h. Flights traveling from Vienna to Munich depart from Vienna's International airport and arrive at Munich airport. Airlines that fly directly from Vienna to Munich include Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines. Approximately 18 direct flights travel from Vienna to Munich every day.


Most popular way to travel from Vienna to Munich


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Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Vienna to Munich. Trains traveling from Vienna to Munich depart from either Vienna Westbahnhof or Hauptbahnhof and take approximately 4 hours to arrive at Munich Hauptbahnhof. There are approximately 20 trains traveling from Vienna to Munich every day, with the first departing Vienna at 5:30 a.m. All trains that travel from Vienna to Munich are operated by Deutsche Bahn.


How to get from Vienna to Munich

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Vienna to Munich, 85,07% 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 Vienna 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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All travel companies: Airlines, Train and Bus from Vienna to Munich

You can travel by travel from Vienna to Munich with Austrian Airlines, FlixBus and Eurowings. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

Westbahn is a train company based in Austria, offering services throughout the country. It operates a fleet of modern, comfortable trains, including the EuroCity, InterCity, and RailJet. The EuroCity is a high-speed train that connects major cities in Austria, while the InterCity is a regional train that stops at smaller towns and villages. The RailJet is a luxurious train that offers a range of onboard amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. Westbahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Passengers can also purchase tickets online or at the station. The most popular routes for Westbahn include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. All of these routes offer frequent departures throughout the day, making it easy to find a convenient time to travel.

    FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

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

        FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Munich

        FAQs: 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 Vienna to Munich.
        FAQs

        There are 3 travel options between Vienna and Munich. You can take a train, bus or flight.

        The cheapest way to travel between Vienna and Munich is a bus with an average price of $18 (€16).

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

        A bus is $137 (€124) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Munich costing on average $155 (€140).

        Taking a bus costs $3 (€3) less than taking a train, which costs on average $21 (€19) for the same trip.

        The fastest way to get to Munich from Vienna is by flight with an average travel time of 1 h.

        Other travel options to Munich take longer:

        Bus takes on average 5 h 15 min.

        Train takes on average 3 h 54 min.

        The distance from Vienna to Munich is approximately 220 miles (355 km).

        The average frequency per day from Vienna to Munich is:

        • Around 17 buses per day.
        • 45 flights a day.
        • 19 trains per day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Munich from Vienna 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 when traveling from Vienna to Munich:

        • Most travelers catch their bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
        • Most travelers board their plane from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
        • Most travelers take a train from Vienna Hbf to Munich Hbf.

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

        • You can travel from Vienna to Munich by bus with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni - Unibus. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $18 (€16) with Ourbus from Vienna to Munich.
        • You can travel by plane between Vienna and Munich with Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline (2), Eurowings or Lufthansa, and you can find Eurowings Vienna to Munich tickets for $155 (€140) on Omio.
        • You can travel by train to Munich from Vienna with Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX or Hungarian Railways (MÁV), and you can find Hungarian Railways (MÁV) Vienna to Munich tickets for $19 (€17) on Omio.

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

        • 15 direct buses per day with FlixBus or Union Ivkoni - Unibus.
        • 5 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline (2) or Lufthansa.
        • Direct train available with Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity or Hungarian Railways (MÁV) 13 direct trains per day.

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

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