Munich to Lübeck train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Lübeck

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept

Cheapest price on 08 Sept

£45

Average ticket price on 08 Sept

£79

Fastest journey on 08 Sept

6 h 40 m

Average journey duration on 08 Sept

6 h 40 m

Trains on 08 Sept

27

Distance

640 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Munich to Lübeck will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

To travel from Munich to Lübeck you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 686+erixx21114
    5:116h41
    Munich Hbf
    11:52Lübeck Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 888+erixx21112
    4:036h49
    Munich Hbf
    10:52Lübeck Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1100 · ICE 600 · 11472
    9:197h05
    Munich Hbf
    16:24Lübeck Hbf
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1602 · RJ 178 · 11470
    8:217h03
    Munich Hbf
    15:24Lübeck Hbf
    £551One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 880+erixx21124
    10:126h40
    Munich Hbf
    16:52Lübeck Hbf
    £551One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Munich to Lübeck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £121.

Distance: 640 km

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Train
Flight
Coach
Driving

£86

Average Price

£121

Average Price

£46

Average Price

Cheapest

£9

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 30m

Average total duration

7h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

11h 33m

Average total duration

11h 3m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

8h 48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.9 - 3.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

Eurowings

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Lübeck is a coach with an average price of £46.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Lübeck:

A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Lübeck costing on average £86.

A coach is £75 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Lübeck costing on average £121.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Lübeck is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 19m.

Other travel options to Lübeck take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 0m.

Coach takes on average 11h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Lübeck including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1h 48m sooner (7h 0m by train vs 8h 48m by car). Tickets start at around £86 compared to roughly £9 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.

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.

Live departures

Munich to Lübeck train times

The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lübeck trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 888+erixx21112
On time
4:03 Munich Hbf
6h49
10:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 686+erixx21114
On time
5:11 Munich Hbf
6h41
11:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1104 · ICE 604 · 11464
On time
5:17 Munich Hbf
7h07
12:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 886+erixx21116
On time
6:09 Munich Hbf
6h43
12:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1604 · RJ 384 · 11466
On time
6:19 Munich Hbf
7h05
13:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 684+erixx21118
On time
7:07 Munich Hbf
6h45
13:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1102 · ICE 602 · 11468
On time
7:17 Munich Hbf
7h07
14:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1602 · RJ 178 · 11470
On time
8:21 Munich Hbf
7h03
15:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 682+erixx21122
On time
9:12 Munich Hbf
6h40
15:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1100 · ICE 600 · 11472
On time
9:19 Munich Hbf
7h05
16:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 880+erixx21124
On time
10:12 Munich Hbf
6h40
16:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1600 · RJ 382 · 11474
On time
10:22 Munich Hbf
7h02
17:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 788+erixx21128
On time
12:06 Munich Hbf
6h46
18:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1508 · RJ 176 · 11478
On time
12:21 Munich Hbf
7h03
19:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 588+erixx21130
On time
13:10 Munich Hbf
6h42
19:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 1006 · ICE 506 · 11480
On time
13:17 Munich Hbf
7h07
20:24 Lübeck Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 786+erixx21132
On time
14:06 Munich Hbf
6h46
20:52 Lübeck Hbf
1 change

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

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich to Lübeck

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Trains from Munich to Lübeck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 640 km distance in 6h 40m.

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 £31
Distance
640 km
Average train duration
7h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
6h 40m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:29
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
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 £31

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Munich to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Munich and Lübeck from £31. 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
7h 3m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£33
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
6h 40m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£126
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
12 a day

Complete guide to Lübeck

Things to do in Lübeck

Discover the best of Lübeck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lübeck trip today.

  • Must visit

Holstentor-Museum

Museum inside Lübeck’s famous gate, presenting the city’s history, trade and fortifications in a compact, central setting.

  • Must visit

Europäisches Hansemuseum

Extensive museum on the Hanseatic world in a restored monastery and new galleries, with immersive displays and harbour trade history.

  • Recommended

Museum Burgkloster

Museum in the former Burgkloster with medieval art, sculpture and altarpieces, suited to visitors interested in sacred and civic history.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and cafés are fairly affordable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Munich to Lübeck train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Munich to Lübeck can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £33, while the average price tends to be around £86.
The train journey from Munich to Lübeck covers a distance of 640 km and takes approximately 6h 40m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Munich to Lübeck is 640 km.
The first train from Munich to Lübeck leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Munich to Lübeck departs at 23:29.
Trains from Munich to Lübeck run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Munich to Lübeck.
To get from Munich to Lübeck, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Munich to Lübeck.
The train station in Munich that goes to Lübeck is Munich Hbf, and it arrives at Lübeck Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Lübeck is by coach, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Munich to Lübeck in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Munich to Lübeck offers scenic views, particularly through Bavaria and along the Elbe River, with picturesque countryside, charming villages, and glimpses of historical landmarks enhancing the travel experience.
A day trip from Munich to Lübeck is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 40m each way. However, there are 6 train trips available per day.
In Lübeck, you can explore the Holstentor Museum to learn about the city's medieval history, visit the stunning St. Mary's Church with its astronomical clock, and wander through Lübeck's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the history of the Hanseatic League at the European Hansemuseum, and indulge in the famous marzipan at the Niederegger Marzipan Museum. Don't miss the Lübeck Cathedral and the Marienkirche for their impressive architecture and art treasures, and visit the Buddenbrookhaus museum dedicated to Thomas Mann's novel.
To fully explore Lübeck's UNESCO-listed Old Town, indulge in marzipan treats, visit the Holstentor, and enjoy nearby beaches, a stay of two to three days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich to Lübeck.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Lübeck

Most Munich to Lübeck trains use the München Hbf to Lübeck Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Lübeck-Travemünde Strand. Use this guide to compare Munich and Lübeck train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Munich
Arrival train stations in Lübeck

Which Munich station do trains to Lübeck leave from?

Trains from Munich to Lübeck leave from München Hbf. The station is 1 km from Munich city centre at Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, Germany.
München HbfBayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre

München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus100 · 15m · every ~11 min
Tram21 · 12m · £2 · every ~12 min

München Hbf train station facilities and services

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 and drink

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

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.

Tickets and information

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 and lost property

Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.

München HackerbrückeMünchen-Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstr. 31, 80335 MünchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre

München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS1, S3, S8, S2, S6, S5, S4 · 9m · £0.90 · every ~61 min

München Hackerbrücke train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.

München MarienplatzMünchen Marienplatz, Marienplatz, 80331 MünchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk

München Marienplatz train station facilities and services

München Marienplatz 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: Ratskeller, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge, Burger King

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at München Marienplatz. ATMs are available at München Marienplatz.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München Marienplatz. Information desks are available at München Marienplatz.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at München Marienplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Marienplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Marienplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Marienplatz.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Unsöld's Factory Hotel, Hotel Domus, Hotel Mercure München Altstadt, Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude.

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