There are 5 ways to get from Munich to Chienes by train, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train via Innsbruck
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Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Kufstein
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Take the train from Kufstein to Innsbruck Hbf
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Take the train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Zob to Sterzing
3 alternative options
Train
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Take the train from Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 to Kufstein
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Take the train from Kufstein to Bressanone Brixen
Bus via Flughafen, MAC/Terminal 1
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Take the bus from Munich Airport to Bressanone
Drive
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Drive from Munich to Chienes
Munich to Chienes by train and bus
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Chienes is 1500.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Chienes is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Chienes is 1.5 metres.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Chienes is to bus which costs €19 - €25 and takes 5h 50m.
The quickest way to get from Munich to Chienes is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 43m.
No, there is no direct bus from Munich to Chienes. However, there are services departing from Zob and arriving at Chienes via Lentweg - Via Lent, Sterzing - Vipiteno, Train Station and Bressanone - Ospedale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
The distance between Munich and Chienes is 149 km. The road distance is 254.2 km.
The best way to get from Munich to Chienes without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 5h 37m and costs €40 - €120.
It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Munich to Chienes, including transfers.
Munich to Chienes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zob station.
The best way to get from Munich to Chienes is to train via Innsbruck which takes 5h 37m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €25 and takes 5h 50m.
Munich to Chienes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sterzing station.
Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Chienes is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Munich to Chienes.

- Distance: 149 km
- Duration: 5h 37m
What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Chienes, Italy?
You can take a train from Munich to Chienes via Kufstein, Innsbruck Hbf, Brennero Brenner, Bressanone Brixen, and Bressanone - Stazione in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zob to Sterzing 5 times a day. Tickets cost €12 - €15 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

- Phone
- 030 200730
- Website
- transdev.de
Train from Muenchen Ost to Kufstein
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 8m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Transdev
Train from Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 to Kufstein
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Transdev

- Phone
- +49 8024 997171
- kontakt@bayerischeoberlandbahn.de
- Website
- brb.de
Train from Ostbahnhof to Kufstein
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 8m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Meridian, BOB & BRB
Train from München Hbf to Kufstein
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Website
- Meridian, BOB & BRB

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Ostbahnhof to Kufstein
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €23 - €35
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from München Hbf to Kufstein
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €24 - €35
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn

Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €12 - €17
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass

Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €15 - €22
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €19
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Kufstein to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 34m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €24 - €40
- Website
- Railjet

- Phone
- +43 1 89900
- meinenachricht@westbahn.at
- Website
- westbahn.at
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €8 - €10
- Website
- WESTbahn Gmbh

- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €3 - €4
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu

- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- ÖBB EuroCity

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €3 - €8
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €7 - €8
Frequently asked questions

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Zob to Sterzing
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 4m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €12 - €15
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- 895 895 0831
- info@suedtirolbus.it
- Website
- altoadigebus.com
Bus from Munich Airport to Bressanone
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 18m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Schedules at
- altoadigebus.com
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