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Museum Gunzenhauser
Major art museum with works from the 20th and 21st centuries, shown in a striking modern building in the city centre.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Chemnitz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Chemnitz will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 6 trains from Munich to Chemnitz, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 315 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.

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Trains from Munich to Chemnitz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 315 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 315 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Munich to Chemnitz.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Chemnitz trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 728 · ICE 602 · 74170 | On time 5:59 Munich Hbf | 5h26 | 11:25 Chemnitz Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 802 · ICE 694 · 74172 | On time 7:12 Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 12:25 Chemnitz Hbf | 2 changes | |
4854 · 74017 | 7:42 Munich Hbf | 5h21 | 13:03 Chemnitz Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 800 · ICE 692 · 74176 | On time 9:12 Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 14:25 Chemnitz Hbf | 2 changes | |
4856 · 74021 | 9:40 Munich Hbf | 5h23 | 15:03 Chemnitz Hbf | 1 change | |
4856 · 74021 | 9:40 Munich | 5h23 | 15:03 Chemnitz Hbf | 1 change | |
4012 · ICE 508 · 74178 | 10:04 Munich Hbf | 5h21 | 15:25 Chemnitz Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Major art museum with works from the 20th and 21st centuries, shown in a striking modern building in the city centre.
Industrial museum in a former foundry, explaining Saxony’s manufacturing history with machinery, vehicles and design.
Museum in the Theatre Square ensemble presenting painting, sculpture and temporary exhibitions from several centuries.
Main central square framed by historic and modern buildings, ideal for orientation, events and easy access to old town sights.
Elegant square with opera house, museums and green space, forming one of Chemnitz’s finest architectural ensembles.
Large landscaped park by Chemnitz Castle, popular for walks, river views and relaxed time outdoors close to the centre.
A Saxon potato soup, often enriched with root vegetables and marjoram, then served with sausages. It is a hearty regional staple in colder months.
Slow-cooked beef marinated in vinegar, spices and vegetables. Popular across Saxony, it is a festive roast with a sweet-sour regional character.
A traditional Saxon pot roast of marinated beef, usually served with rich gravy and dumplings. It reflects the robust Sunday cooking of the region.
Established restaurant in Schloßhotel Chemnitz known for refined regional and seasonal dishes in an elegant, quiet setting.
Well-known cellar restaurant with Saxon and German specialities, generous portions and a cosy historic ambience near the city centre.
Traditional beer hall and restaurant serving Saxon and German classics with house-brewed beers in a lively, historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Munich or Hamburg, but not as low as the cheapest small towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if service was good.
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Chemnitz Hbf -> Zentralhaltestelle, Chemnitz
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Chemnitz trains use the München Hbf to Chemnitz Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Munich and Chemnitz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
Chemnitz Hbf is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz 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: Genießer-Eck, Delphi, Zum Haineck, Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Hbf. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chemnitzer Hof, Hotel Sächsischer Hof, Hotel an der Oper, Hotel Elisenhof.
Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Omnibusbahnhof.
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