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Coach from Prague to Munich

Coaches offer an easy, convenient and comfortable way to make the journey from Prague to Munich, and whenever a trip is needed, plenty of options should be available. Deutsche Bahn's IC Bus service connects the two cities via Nuremberg, with a number of weekday departures, and seven or eight at weekends. The fastest journeys aren't too long, reaching Munich in five hours.

How long is the journey by bus from Prague to Munich?

When travellers catch coaches from Prague to Munich, they can look forward to reasonably short journey durations in most cases. The fastest buses take just under five hours, and most buses won't take longer than five hours and 15 minutes to get to central Munich. And if longer times are involved, buses generally run overnight - a convenient option for some passengers. In any case, a single change will be required, usually in Nuremberg.

How many coaches are there from Prague to Munich?

DB runs a daily service between Prague and Munich, with a single change included. When they book coaches from Prague to Munich, travellers can usually take their pick from seven or eight options, with slightly more possibilities during the week compared to weekends. The first bus usually departs just after 8:00 a.m., while the final service leaves just before midnight, and departures are staggered fairly evenly throughout the day.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Prague to Munich?

Departure bus station: All coaches from Prague to Munich will leave from the city's main bus station, which is located at Hlavni Nadrazi, on Wilsonova Street. Buses run from central Prague to the bus station in five minutes, while metro links also offer handy connections from other neighbourhoods. The station has a few amenities, but the rail hub next door offers more - allowing travellers to prepare for their trips.

Arrival bus station: Coaches from Prague to Munich will arrive at Munich's Hauptbahnhof in every case. The Hauptbahnhof is located around 600 metres west of the historic centre, which can be reached via S-Bahn overground trains (to Marienplatz) in three minutes. Trams take 6-10 minutes. At the bus station, travellers can dine, buy coffee, use free WiFi, and find ATMs and taxi ranks. Luggage storage can also be arranged for travellers who want total flexibility when sightseeing, and have organised onward travel.

Which coach providers travel from Prague to Munich?

Only DB's IC Bus division provides a regular bus connection between Prague and Munich. So there's no need to compare what various carriers have to offer when booking coaches from Prague to Munich.

Deutsche Bahn Prague to Munich

IC Bus is part of the wider Deutsche Bahn company, and provides comfortable bus links in Germany and central Europe. There are seven or eight DB coaches from Prague to Munich every day, and the fastest of them take around five hours. All require a brief change, which usually occurs in Nuremberg. Some also run overnight, arriving at Munich around 7:00 a.m, but it should be possible to find a departure from around 8:00 a.m. to midnight.

Prague to Munich coach: services on board

Deutsche Bahn's IC Bus services allow customers to book various types of fare, depending on how many people are travelling, and how far in advance travellers book. There are no seat classes - just comfortable seating for all passengers. All tickets come with free WiFi and access to DB's "entertainment portal", while toilets are provided , snacks and drinks are available, and each seat has its own electrical outlet. Travellers can also make seat reservations if desired, which may ease the stress of boarding. In terms of luggage, DB allows travellers to take two pieces per individual, and these items cannot exceed 70 x 50 x 30 cm. They can be stored in the cabin or below, in the hold - whatever makes most sense. Bicycles aren't generally allowed on coaches from Prague to Munich, although folding pushchairs are allowed, which is useful for parents. Kids aged 0-14 also travel free, another bonus for families. However, there may be difficulties for disabled travellers. There is only one special wheelchair seat on DB buses, so if wheelchairs cannot be folded, tickets may not be available. On the other hand, guide dogs are permitted, and those with disabilities may also be allowed a free ticket for an assistant. Pets generally aren't allowed on board DB's IC buses.