There are 10 ways to get from Vienna to Munich by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car or plane
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Recommended option
Train
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Vienna Erdberg to Zob
8 alternative options
Train via Salzburg
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
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Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to München Hbf
Train via Salzburg #2
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Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
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Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to München Hbf
Night train
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Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Muenchen Ost
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Vienna to Munich
Drive
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Drive from Vienna to Munich
Fly Vienna to Munich
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Munich (MUC)
Train to Graz, fly to Munich
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbf
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Fly from Graz (GRZ) to Munich (MUC)
Fly Vienna to Nuremberg, train
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Nuremberg (NUE)
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Take the train from Nuernberg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
Vienna to Munich by train
The train journey time between Vienna and Munich is around 4h 1m and covers a distance of around 456 km. The fastest train normally takes 4h. Operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV) and Railjet, the Vienna to Munich train service departs from Wien Hbf and arrives in Muenchen Hbf. Typically 50 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Train route information
First and last trains
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Vienna to Munich train schedules
Trains departing Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Trains departing Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Trains departing Thursday, September 23, 2021
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International entry into Germany from Austria
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
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Conditions of entry into Germany from Austria
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
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- The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state
- Digital entry registration is required prior to arrival
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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.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Munich is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 5h 16m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Munich is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 54m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna Erdberg and arriving at Zob. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Muenchen Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 12m.
The distance between Vienna and Munich is 356 km. The road distance is 402.9 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Munich without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €55 - €85.
The train from Wien Hbf to Muenchen Hbf takes 4h 12m including transfers and departs every four hours.
Vienna to Munich bus services, operated by FlixBus-de, depart from Vienna Erdberg station.
Vienna to Munich train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Munich is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €25 and takes 5h 40m, you could also fly, which costs €60 - €220 and takes 4h 1m.
- Distance: 355.7 km
- Duration: 4h 12m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Munich, Germany?
Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Wien Hbf to Muenchen Hbf 3 times a day. Tickets cost €22 - €27 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Railjet also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus-de operates a bus from Vienna Erdberg to Zob 4 times a day, and the journey takes 5h 40m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Vienna to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €490
Flights from Graz to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €450
Flights from Vienna to Nuremberg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 7m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €200 - €550
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €490
Flights from Graz to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €220 - €700
Flights from Vienna to Nuremberg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 7m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €200 - €550
- Website
- airdolomiti.it
Flights from Graz to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €90 - €240
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Wien Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 12m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €22 - €27
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 32m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €15 - €18
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 32m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
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 Wien Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 2m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €85
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 53m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €40 - €65
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 32m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €23 - €35
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Railjet
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Vienna, Hbf to Salzburg, Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 32m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €28
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- €8 - €12
- 1st Class
- €18 - €28
- Website
- delfi.de
Train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Schedules at
- delfi.de
Train from Salzburg Hbf to München Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Schedules at
- delfi.de
Train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Schedules at
- delfi.de
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 Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 43m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €25 - €35
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
- Phone
- 030 200730
- Website
- transdev.de
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 51m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Transdev
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 41m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 41m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €26 - €40
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 14m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €70
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Train from Nuernberg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 48m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €70
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- +43 1 89900
- meinenachricht@westbahn.at
- Website
- westbahn.at
Train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €25 - €29
- Website
- WESTbahn Gmbh
- Phone
- +49 8024 997171
- kontakt@bayerischeoberlandbahn.de
- Website
- brb.de
Train from Salzburg Hbf to München Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 51m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Meridian, BOB & BRB
- Website
- bahn.com
Night train from Wien Hbf to Muenchen Ost
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- +420 221 111 122
- info@cd.cz
- Website
- cd.cz
Train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 35m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €10 - €17
- Website
- Czech Railways (ČD)
- 2nd Class
- €10 - €12
- Business
- €13 - €17
- 1st Class
- €14 - €17
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 Nuernberg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Nuernberg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 42m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixtrain.com
Train from Nuernberg Hbf to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 16m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- Flixtrain
- Phone
- 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.de
Train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 46m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Website
- DB Regio AG Bayern
- Website
- flixbus.com
Bus from Vienna Erdberg to Zob
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 40m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Schedules at
- flixbus.com
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 Vienna Erdberg to Munich central bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 40m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €20 - €25
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Vienna to Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 16m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €22
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Munich Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h.
Vienna to Munich bus services, operated by FlixBus-de, arrive at Zob station.
Vienna to Munich train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Muenchen Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Munich is 403 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Vienna to Munich.
Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines offer flights from Vienna Airport to Munich Airport.
Book your Vienna to Munich train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Vienna to Munich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 474+ hotels available in Munich. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €11.