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Käthe-Kruse-Puppen-Museum
The town museum presents Donauwörth’s history, trade and everyday life in a historic building near the old centre.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
54 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 6 m
Trains on 19 Sept
11
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Donauwörth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Donauwörth will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 11 trains from Munich to Donauwörth, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 14 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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ICE 1010 · 57120Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Donauwörth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Donauwörth take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 12m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 12m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Arverio Bayern GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Donauwörth trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:12 Munich | 0h54 | 8:06 Donauwörth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:12 Munich | 0h54 | 9:06 Donauwörth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:02 Munich | 1h29 | 16:31 Donauwörth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:35 Munich | 1h21 | 16:56 Donauwörth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Donauwörth run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 54m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:38 |
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Discover the best of Donauwörth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Donauwörth trip today.
The town museum presents Donauwörth’s history, trade and everyday life in a historic building near the old centre.
A specialised museum on the local puppet maker Käthe Kruse, displaying dolls, craftsmanship and family history in Donauwörth.
A local heritage museum centred on the Swabian figure of Häthel, offering insight into regional customs and storytelling traditions.
Donauwörth’s grand historic street is lined with colourful townhouses, shops and civic buildings, making it the essential walking route.
A green riverside area ideal for a gentle walk, with open views towards the water and easy access from the old town.
This old quarter below the main street preserves a quieter side of Donauwörth with lanes, historic houses and local character.
A Swabian noodle dish of egg pasta tossed with melted onions and cheese. It is a comforting regional staple eaten across Bavarian Swabia.
Thin strips of pancake served in clear beef broth. Common in Bavarian and Swabian inns, especially as a warming starter.
A crisp roasted pork shoulder with crackling, typically served with dark beer gravy and dumplings. A classic Franconian-Bavarian Sunday meal.
Established hotel restaurant with Swabian and Bavarian cooking, suitable for a classic sit-down meal in a polished atmosphere.
Traditional Bavarian inn serving regional dishes and beer in a relaxed historic setting near the town centre.
Casual local venue known for hearty German fare and a friendly pub-style atmosphere, popular for an unfussy meal.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and meals are mid-priced, while local transport and cafés are generally manageable for most travellers.
Service is usually not included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Donauwörth 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 Donauwörth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Donauwörth trains use the München Hbf to Donauwörth station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Donauwörth 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-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 Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Donauwörth is 2 km from Donauwörth city centre. Public transport options include:
Donauwörth 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: Gasthaus zum Bären, Promenade Stube, Eisforum La Pizzera, Mythos
Wi-Fi is available at Donauwörth. ATMs are available at Donauwörth.
Ticket office support is available at Donauwörth. Information desks are available at Donauwörth.
Luggage storage is available at Donauwörth. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Donauwörth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Donauwörth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Donauwörth.
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