Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£56

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£97

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

3 h 59 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

4 h

Trains on 20 Sept

20

Distance

499 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 20 trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf, including 17 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 499 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 m 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn3363 · 74602 · ICE 501
    0:518h40
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    9:31Munich Hbf
    £561One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 905
    23:377h38
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    7:15Munich Hbf
    £591One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1605
    19:424h01
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    23:43Munich Hbf
    £681One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1107
    20:434h03
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    0:46Munich Hbf
    £771One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1105
    18:434h02
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    22:45Munich Hbf
    £791One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £347.

Distance: 499 km

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Driving

£55

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£347

Average Price

£79

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 3m

Average total duration

4h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 20m

Average total duration

6h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 17m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 18m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Most popular bus company

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The cheapest way to travel from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf:

A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf costing on average £55.

A coach is £118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf costing on average £145.

The fastest way to travel from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Munich Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 33m.

Coach takes on average 6h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin Südkreuz station and Munich Hbf including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 45m faster (4h 33m by train vs 5h 18m by car) and roughly £24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£55 vs £79). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 1509
Delayed
11:54 13:42Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
17:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1101
On time
14:43 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h00
18:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1601
On time
15:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
19:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1103
On time
16:43 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h03
20:46 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1603
On time
17:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
21:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1105
On time
18:43 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h02
22:45 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1605
On time
19:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
23:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1107
On time
20:43 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h29
1:12 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 905
On time
23:37 Berlin Südkreuz station
7h38
7:15 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Sunday 20 September
Deutsche Bahn3363 · 74602 · ICE 501
On time
0:51 Berlin Südkreuz station
8h40
9:31 Munich Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1501
On time
5:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
3h59
9:41 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1003
On time
6:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h03
10:45 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1503
On time
7:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
11:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1005
On time
8:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h04
12:46 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1005 · ICE 583
On time
8:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h10
12:52 Munich Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1505
On time
9:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
13:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1007
On time
10:43 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h03
14:46 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1507
On time
11:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
15:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1009
On time
12:43 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h02
16:45 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1509
On time
13:42 Berlin Südkreuz station
4h01
17:43 Munich Hbf
0 changesdirect

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf

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Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:58, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 499 km distance in 3h 44m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance
499 km
Average train duration
4h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
11
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
3h 44m
First train
3:58
Last train
21:37
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin Südkreuz station and Munich Hbf from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£4
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£77
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf covers a distance of 499 km and takes approximately 4h 0m. Trains run 18 per day.
The train distance from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf is 499 km.
The first train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf leaves at 3:58.
The last train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf departs at 21:37.
Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf run approximately 18 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Berlin Südkreuz station and Munich Hbf. The service operates 11 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Berlin Südkreuz to München Hbf offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through charming Bavarian landscapes, forests, and picturesque small towns, making it an enjoyable and scenic route.
A day trip from Berlin Südkreuz to München Hbf is not feasible as the journey time is 4h 0m. Trains run 11 times per day, covering a distance of 499 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Berlin Südkreuz station and Munich Hbf

Most Berlin Südkreuz station to Munich Hbf trains use the Berlin Hbf to München Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin Südkreuz station and Munich Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Berlin
Arrival train stations in Munich
Berlin SüdkreuzBerlin Südkreuz, General-Pape-Straße 1, 12101 BerlinWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Südkreuz from Berlin city centre

Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainFex, Re20, Re4, Re5, Re3 · 7m · £0.90 · every ~18 min
S26, S25, S2 · 13m · £3 · every ~25 min
Bus025, N67, N44, 065, 032 · 25m · £0.90
248 · 34m · £3 · every ~11 min

Berlin Südkreuz train station facilities and services

Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.

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