- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£60
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£99
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
4 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
5 h 2 m
Trains on 05 Sept
12
Distance
503 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Duisburg to Munich will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 12 trains from Duisburg to Munich, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 503 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
ICE 527
ICE 101 · ICE 591
28505 · ICE 913
ICE 23 · ICE 527
28503 · IC 2348 · ICE 513
28505 · ICE 913
28509 · ICE 915
ICE 103 · ICE 593
ICE 527
ICE 101 · ICE 591Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Duisburg to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £109.
Distance: 503 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price | £82 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Duisburg to Munich:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Duisburg to Munich costing on average £66.
A coach is £70 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Duisburg to Munich costing on average £109.
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 5m.
Coach takes on average 8h 25m.
Tickets start at around £66 compared to roughly £82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 7h 5m versus 6h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Duisburg to Munich trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 541 · 26703 · ICE 783 | On time 5:07 Duisburg Hbf | 6h43 | 11:50 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 23 · ICE 527 | On time 5:10 Duisburg Hbf | 7h01 | 12:11 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
28503 · IC 2348 · ICE 513 | On time 5:42 Duisburg Hbf | 6h47 | 12:29 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 101 · ICE 591 | On time 6:10 Duisburg Hbf | 5h05 | 11:15 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
28505 · ICE 913 | On time 6:42 Duisburg Hbf | 4h58 | 11:40 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 527 | On time 7:06 Duisburg Hbf | 5h05 | 12:11 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 25 · ICE 513 | On time 7:11 Duisburg Hbf | 5h18 | 12:29 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 529 | On time 8:06 Duisburg Hbf | 5h07 | 13:13 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 845 · ICE 1185 | On time 8:08 Duisburg Hbf | 6h57 | 15:05 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593 | On time 8:10 Duisburg Hbf | 5h05 | 13:15 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 119 | On time 8:18 Duisburg Hbf | 6h05 | 14:23 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
28509 · ICE 915 | On time 8:42 Duisburg Hbf | 4h59 | 13:41 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Duisburg to Munich run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 503 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 503 km |
Average train duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Munich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Munich trip today.
Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Major art museum showing European paintings from the Middle Ages to the Rococo, including many celebrated masters.
Leading modern art museum with works from classic modernism to contemporary pieces in a spacious, light-filled building.
Munich's central square, surrounded by historic buildings and markets, and a practical starting point for sightseeing.
Large urban park with riverside paths, meadows and beer gardens, perfect for walks, cycling and people-watching.
Elegant square and pedestrian area known for high-end shops, arcades and a refined city-centre atmosphere.
White veal and pork sausages traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard and pretzels; a classic Munich speciality tied to Bavarian beer culture.
Roast pork with crisp crackling, usually served with dark beer gravy and potato dumplings; a hearty staple in Bavarian inns and beer halls.
Slow-roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, often paired with dumplings and gravy; one of Munich’s most iconic beer hall dishes.
Large traditional beer hall and restaurant known for roast pork, dumplings and its own beer, with a bustling old-Munich atmosphere.
Historic beer hall near Marienplatz serving classic Bavarian dishes, Munich beer and lively communal dining in a traditional setting.
Well-known Bavarian restaurant by Viktualienmarkt, popular for weisswurst, schnitzel and seasonal dishes in a polished but local setting.
Munich is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel, dining and central transport costs, though day tickets and budget eats help manage spending.
Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Duisburg to Munich 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Duisburg to Munich trains use the Duisburg Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München-Pasing. Use this guide to compare Duisburg and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Duisburg Hbf 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 options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Duisburg-Rahm is 9 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Rahm has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: MediterrAn im Landgasthaus Chargé, Café Liebelein
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Rahm. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Rahm.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Rahm. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Rahm.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Rahm. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Rahm: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Rahm: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Rahm.
Duisburg-Großenbaum is 7 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Großenbaum has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pizzeria Da Francesco, Restaurant Waidmannsheil, Eiscafe Käsemann, Pizzeria u. Pers. Restaurant Kaviar
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Großenbaum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Großenbaum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Großenbaum.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf 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 options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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 options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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 options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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