The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich Hbf to Berlin
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Berlin will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 27 trains that leave Munich Hbf for Berlin every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 505 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
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.
ICE 90423:127h18Munich Hbf6:30Berlin Hbf£641One-way0 changes
ICE 150020:214h02Munich Hbf0:23Berlin Hbf£711One-way0 changes
ICE 526 · ICE 70217:464h19Munich Hbf22:05Berlin Hbf£731One-way1 change
ICE 150218:214h01Munich Hbf22:22Berlin Hbf£761One-way0 changes
ICE 100019:184h05Munich Hbf23:23Berlin Hbf£771One-way0 changes
ICE 160010:224h00Munich Hbf14:22Berlin Hbf£1371One-way0 changes
ICE 150614:214h01Munich Hbf18:22Berlin Hbf£1061One-way0 changes
ICE 150812:214h01Munich Hbf16:22Berlin Hbf£1371One-way0 changes
ICE 150416:214h01Munich Hbf20:22Berlin Hbf£1051One-way0 changes
ICE 150218:214h01Munich Hbf22:22Berlin Hbf£761One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich Hbf to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich Hbf to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 505 km
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5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Munich Hbf to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Berlin trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 526 · ICE 702 | Delayed 16:11 17:46Munich Hbf | 4h19 | 20:07 20:07Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1502 | On time 18:21 Munich Hbf | 4h01 | 22:22 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1000 | On time 19:18 Munich Hbf | 4h05 | 23:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1500 | On time 20:21 Munich Hbf | 4h02 | 0:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 904 | On time 23:12 Munich Hbf | 7h18 | 6:30 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1104 | On time 5:17 Munich Hbf | 4h06 | 9:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 820 · ICE 804 | Delayed 5:44 Munich Hbf | 4h21 | 8:07 8:07Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1604 | On time 6:19 Munich Hbf | 4h04 | 10:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1102 | On time 7:17 Munich Hbf | 4h06 | 11:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 726 · ICE 802 | Delayed 7:42 Munich Hbf | 4h23 | 10:07 10:07Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1602 | On time 8:21 Munich Hbf | 4h02 | 12:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1100 | On time 9:19 Munich Hbf | 4h04 | 13:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 722 · ICE 800 | Delayed 9:46 Munich Hbf | 4h19 | 12:07 12:07Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1600 | On time 10:22 Munich Hbf | 4h00 | 14:22 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 508 | On time 10:48 Munich Hbf | 4h41 | 15:29 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1008 | On time 11:18 Munich Hbf | 4h05 | 15:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1508 | On time 12:21 Munich Hbf | 4h01 | 16:22 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 506 | On time 12:48 Munich Hbf | 4h41 | 17:29 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1006 | On time 13:17 Munich Hbf | 4h06 | 17:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 624 · ICE 706 | Delayed 13:45 Munich Hbf | 4h20 | 16:07 16:07Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1506 | On time 14:21 Munich Hbf | 4h01 | 18:22 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 504 | On time 14:48 Munich Hbf | 4h41 | 19:29 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1004 | On time 15:17 Munich Hbf | 4h06 | 19:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1504 | On time 16:21 Munich Hbf | 4h01 | 20:22 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 502 | On time 16:47 Munich Hbf | 4h42 | 21:29 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1002 | On time 17:19 Munich Hbf | 4h04 | 21:23 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich Hbf to Berlin
Trains from Munich Hbf to Berlin run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:34, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 505 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 505 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 3:34 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Munich Hbf to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Munich Hbf and Berlin from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Munich Hbf to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich Hbf and Berlin
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit)
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
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