What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to France?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to France is to rideshare which costs €52 and takes 9h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to France?

The fastest way to get from Munich to France is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs €95 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich station to France. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at Pont de l'Archevêché via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and France?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to France. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Cité via Strasbourg Bahnhof and Gare de l'Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Munich to France?

The distance between Munich and France is 837 km. The road distance is 812.6 km.

How do I travel from Munich to France without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to France without a car is to train via Strasbourg which takes 6h 42m and costs €120 - €290.

How long does it take to get from Munich to France?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Munich to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to France bus from?

Munich to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to France train from?

Munich to France train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Munich to France?

The best way to get from Munich to France is to train via Strasbourg which takes 6h 42m and costs €120 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €120 and takes 12h 21m, you could also fly, which costs €85 - €260 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Munich to France bus arrive?

Munich to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Munich to France train arrive?

Munich to France train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Strasbourg Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to France is 813 km. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Munich to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 22926+ hotels available in France.

Can I share a ride from Munich to France?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich and France. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Munich to France - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Munich to France by train, bus, night train, car, rideshare, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Strasbourg
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhof83
2. Take the train from Strasbourg Bahnhof to Paris l'Est83 / ...
6h 42m
€129–281
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)N91 / ...
12h 21m
€41–119
Night train
1. Take the night train from Muenchen Ost to Paris EstNj
10h 41m
€70–273
Drive 812.6 km
1. Drive from Munich to Paris812.6 km
7h 36m
€124–179
Train
1. Take the train from München Ost to Paris l'EstNj
10h 37m
€75–275
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Paris812.3 km
9h 57m
€52
Fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)MUC - CDG
4h 56m
€87–255
Fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)MUC - LYS
4h 44m
€100–238
Fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)MUC - TLS
4h 52m
€103–231
Fly to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)MUC - NCE
4h 48m
€91–216
Fly to Marseille Provence Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)MUC - MRS
5h 14m
€103–241

Munich to France by train and subway

8Weekly Services

6h 42mAverage Duration

€129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 836.5 km
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and France?

You can take a train from München Hbf to Cité via Strasbourg Bahnhof, Paris Gare De L'Est, and Gare de l'Est in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–120 and the journey takes 11h 50m.

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