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Heimatmuseum Oberstdorf
Local history museum covering Walser settlement, farming, skiing and village life. A strong introduction to Oberstdorf’s culture and traditions.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Oberstdorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Oberstdorf will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Munich to Oberstdorf, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Oberstdorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 126 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Oberstdorf:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Oberstdorf costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Oberstdorf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 45m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 2h 23m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Oberstdorf coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 13:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h00 | 16:30 Oberstdorf, Busbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Munich to Oberstdorf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:45, the last at 18:45. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 3:45 |
Last bus 18:45 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Local history museum covering Walser settlement, farming, skiing and village life. A strong introduction to Oberstdorf’s culture and traditions.
Gallery and cultural venue presenting changing exhibitions in a central historic building. It is a convenient stop for regional art and events.
Small specialist museum dedicated to mountain hunting and alpine nature. Worth visiting for its niche focus and local context.
Popular panoramic viewpoint reached by cable car and walking paths. Visitors come for broad alpine views and easy access to seasonal trails.
Scenic gorge walk with waterfalls, bridges and rock walls. It is one of the region’s classic outdoor sights and especially good in summer.
Traffic-calmed village centre with traditional houses, shops and mountain views. It is the best area for a relaxed first walk through Oberstdorf.
Cheese noodles layered with fried onions and mountain cheese. A hearty Allgäu staple popular in Oberstdorf huts and inns.
Potato noodles pan-fried with sauerkraut and bacon. This rustic Swabian-Allgäu dish is a classic mountain comfort food.
Thin pancake strips served in clear beef broth. A traditional southern German soup often eaten as a warming starter in Alpine areas.