There are 7 ways to get from Rome to Munich by plane, train, bus, night train 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
Fly from Rome • 4h 45m
70€ - 194€
Cheapest option
Train, bus • 11h 35m
50€ - 99€
5 alternative options
Train to Florence, fly • 5h 58m
75€ - 1683€
Train • 9h 48m
72€ - 156€
Bus • 13h 11m
85€ - 100€
Night train • 13h 4m
85€ - 120€
Drive • 8h 42m
110€ - 170€
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International entry into Germany from Italy
- Entry is restricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy
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Conditions of entry into Germany from Italy
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival for all travellers by air
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- The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state
- Pre-arrival health declaration
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival for all travellers by air
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state
- Pre-arrival health declaration
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Munich is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Munich is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Munich is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 116 117.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Rome to Munich is to train and bus which costs 50€ - 100€ and takes 11h 35m.
The quickest way to get from Rome to Munich is to fly which costs 70€ - 200€ and takes 4h 45m.
No, there is no direct bus from Rome to Munich. However, there are services departing from Roma and arriving at Munich via Pescara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 11m.
Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Muenchen Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 4m.
The distance between Rome and Munich is 697 km. The road distance is 916.1 km.
The best way to get from Rome to Munich without a car is to train which takes 9h 48m and costs 70€ - 160€.
It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Rome to Munich, including transfers.
Rome to Munich bus services, operated by Di Fonzo, depart from Roma station.
Rome to Munich train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Termini station.
The best way to get from Rome to Munich is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs 70€ - 200€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 70€ - 160€ and takes 9h 48m, you could also bus, which costs 85€ - 100€ and takes 13h 11m.
- Distance: 697.2 km
- Duration: 4h 45m
What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Munich, Germany?
Lufthansa and Alitalia fly from Rome to Munich 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rome to Munich via Bologna Centrale in around 9h 48m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Rome to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 360€
Flights from Florence to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 210€
- Website
- airdolomiti.it
Flights from Florence to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 210€
- Website
- alitalia.com
Flights from Rome to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 75€ - 210€
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Florence to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 240€
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Florence to Munich via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 180€ - 650€
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Firenze S.M.N.
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 36m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 21€ - 75€
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- 21€ - 29€
- Base Standard
- 40€ - 55€
- Base Premium
- 50€ - 75€
Train from Roma Termini to Bologna Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 23m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 90€
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- 27€ - 40€
- Base Standard
- 50€ - 70€
- Base Premium
- 60€ - 90€
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 060708
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Roma Termini to Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 37m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 19€ - 55€
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- 21€ - 30€
- Smart Low Cost
- 19€ - 27€
- Smart Flex
- 40€ - 55€
Train from Roma Termini to Bologna Centrale Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 65€
- Website
- Italo Treno
- Smart Economy
- 25€ - 35€
- Smart Low Cost
- 22€ - 35€
- Smart Flex
- 45€ - 65€
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 Roma Termini to Firenze S.M.N.
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 17€ - 35€
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- 32€ - 35€
Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Roma Termini to Firenze S.M.N.
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 24€
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- 16€ - 24€
Train from Roma Termini to Bologna Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 37m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 35€
- Website
- Trenitalia Intercity
- 2nd Class
- 22€ - 35€
Deutsche Bahn’s EuroCity (EC) trains connect German cities to major cities in neighbouring European countries, and are operated in conjunction with their national train company. All EC trains offer First and Standard class; cars are air-conditioned and food and drinks are available onboard. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel. Seat reservations are not compulsory but are recommended for popular routes.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Bologna Centrale to Muenchen Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 25m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 70€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- +43 51717
- Website
- nightjet.com
Night train from Roma Termini to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 4m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 120€
- Website
- Nightjet
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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 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Bologna to Munich central bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 25m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 35€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- 0873.364785
- info@difonzobus.com
- Website
- difonzobus.com
Bus from Roma to Pescara
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 15€
- Schedules at
- difonzobus.com
- Phone
- +39 098 3520 315
- info@fsbusitaliafast.it
- Website
- simetbus.it
Bus from Pescara to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 56m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 85€
- Schedules at
- simetbus.it
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The quickest flight from Rome Airport to Munich Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 30m.
Rome to Munich bus services, operated by Busitalia Simet S.p.A., arrive at Munich station.
Rome to Munich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Eurocity, arrive at Muenchen Ost station.
Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Munich is 916 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Rome to Munich.
Alitalia and Lufthansa offer flights from Rome Airport to Munich Airport.
There are 1930+ hotels available in Munich. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Rome to Rome Airport is to train which takes 32 min and costs 14€.