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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Paris
Cheapest price
£155
Average price
£170
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
684 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Paris will cost around £170 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £155.
Of the 8 trains that leave Munich for Paris every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 684 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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 596 · ICE 957212:455h31Munich Hbf18:16Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way1 change- ICE 1014 · ICE 95784:205h45Munich Hbf10:05Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way1 change
- ICE 690+
TGV 95748:455h22Munich Hbf14:07Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way1 change - TGV 95766:515h44Munich Hbf12:35Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way0 changes
- ICE 594+TGV 956014:455h57Munich Hbf20:42Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way1 change
- ICE 690+TGV 95748:455h22Munich Hbf14:07Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way1 change
- ICE 2582+TGV 957016:465h27Munich Hbf22:13Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way1 change
- ICE 596 · ICE 957212:455h31Munich Hbf18:16Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way1 change
- TGV 95766:515h44Munich Hbf12:35Paris Gare de l'Est£1551One-way0 changes
95766:515h44Munich Hbf12:35Paris Gare de l'Est£2691One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 684 km
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£155 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Munich to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Paris trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| ICE 1014 · ICE 9578 | On time 4:20 Munich Hbf | 5h45 | 10:05 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
| TGV 9576 | On time 6:51 Munich Hbf | 5h44 | 12:35 Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9576 | 6:51 Munich Hbf | 5h44 | 12:35 Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 690+TGV 9574 | On time 8:45 Munich Hbf | 5h22 | 14:07 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
| ICE 598+TGV 9552 | On time 10:45 Munich Hbf | 6h05 | 16:50 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
| ICE 596 · ICE 9572 | On time 12:45 Munich Hbf | 5h31 | 18:16 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
| ICE 594+TGV 9560 | On time 14:45 Munich Hbf | 5h57 | 20:42 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
| ICE 2582+TGV 9570 | On time 16:46 Munich Hbf | 5h27 | 22:13 Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Munich to Paris
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Trains from Munich to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 684 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 684 km |
Average train duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Munich to Paris trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Munich and Paris from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV
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.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Trains from Munich to Paris
With departures up to 8 times per day until late afternoon, it is easy to find yourself at your French destination before bedtime. The average travel time for trains from Munich to Paris is 6h36 min. You will need to allow up to an hour extra on some journeys, dependent on the scheduled connection - so be sure to check the duration before you book.
Munich to Paris Train Times: Daily Departures
Munich to Paris timetables include up to 8 daily departures with one change at Stuttgart HBF. A small number of departures include two changes, at Stuttgart and Karlsruhe Hbf, which adds on a little extra time to your journey. Train time schedules run all seven days. Weekdays start at around 2:30 a.m. with the latest departure leaving at approximately 2:30 p.m.. Timetables are reduced on weekends to 6 departures. On Saturdays and Sundays the latest departure is usually before 4:00 p.m., arriving in Paris some time shortly after 10:00 p.m. The earliest weekly departure train time will be between 1:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. on a Sunday, arriving before lunch, still in great time for a late croissant breakfast!
How long is the journey by train from Munich to Paris?
Overall, the train journey duration will average out at 6h36min. Bring a good book, a tablet, or just enjoy the beautiful scenery out of the window. All journeys include at least one stop to change trains. The maximum stop changes on this train schedule is two, which will add an additional hour onto your journey time. Bargain hunters and flexible travellers can save up to half the peak price by checking out the off-peak weekend and early morning timetables.
How to find cheap train tickets from Munich to Paris?
We all know that last minute travellers can pay a premium for their tickets, which is why savvy commuters and holidaymakers will always book their seats way in advance. Get ahead of the pack. Omio recommend you plan ahead by at least a fortnight, preferably longer, to bag the cheap train seats. You can select the flexible booking option for a small additional fee if your travel dates aren’t set in stone. Early risers and insomniacs will also benefit from cheap train tickets, along with those lucky ones who can make their journey on a weekend. If you are not rushing to catch the Eiffel Tower at dusk, maybe consider choosing the slightly longer but often cheaper, two-stop trip? Babes in arms and children up to five years old travel for free with a fare-paying adult. Another tip is to choose to travel in second class seats rather than first class, it’s still a great ride with free Wi-Fi!
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Munich to Paris?
Departure train station: Collect your cheap train tickets for Munich to Paris early and, as the Munich Hauptbahnhof (HBF) is situated just 0.8 miles from the city centre, you can leave your luggage at this station and explore the city on foot or by a short 5-minute bus or taxi ride Munich Hauptbahnhof (HBF) station itself houses plenty of shops, kiosks and ATM’s with free Wi-Fi for the first 30 minutes.
Arrival train station: The Gare de l’Est train station is highly regarded for its stunning architecture, which comes as no surprise to aficionados of French culture. Take an easy bus or metro ride of just 3 miles to the famous Eiffel Tower and city centre. The facilities are modern however and you will find shops, restaurants, a brasserie and left luggage depot on site. Close by, a 3-star hotel and a supermarket serve the weary traveller.
Which train companies travel from Munich to Paris?
The Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB) train company operate their frequent and speedy service on this route of Munich to Paris trains. DB offers 8 daily travel times in their weekday schedule. Travel begins early on weekdays. Weekends see frequency change from 8 to 6 departures per day. All DB train company scheduled services from Munich to Paris will include at least one change to train operator TVG with a maximum of two changes on the way.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity trains from Munich to Paris
You can spoil yourself with first class or economise with second class tickets on each Deutsche Bahn Munich to Paris train schedule. The high speed train services operate in the daytime through to early evening, there are no overnight schedules. DB operate an exchange or cancellation ticket policy on tickets booked in advance. For a small additional charge you can change or cancel your journey up to 24 hours before the ticket validity date. Each route includes at least one stop and change at Stuttgart. Some journeys will take up to an hour longer due to an additional stop and change at Karlsruhe Hbf. Check the train duration before you book to avoid an unnecessary extension to your trip. The train types on this route are all high-speed. DB run their ICE fleet to Stuttgart where TVG take over services to complete your journey in one of their double-decker high-speed trains.
Munich to Paris Trains: Services on board
DB and TVG offer first and second class seats for train services from Munich to Paris. Amenities on board differ within the two classes, but all trains are well-equipped with toilets in carriages, on-board refreshments, Wi-Fi and power points. Ample luggage space is provided for 3 items of hand luggage with TGV and is unlimited on DB trains. Bicycles are permitted at no additional charge on TGV trains, for the DB leg you purchase a pass in advance. Reduced ability travellers benefit from platform access to the train and additional space inside carriages. Unimpeded access to toilets is offered to these passengers.
Taking the Train from Munich
All trains from Munich to Paris depart from the main station of the city - Munich Hauptbahnhof. Located near the Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt borough, this station is very close to Munich's city centre. It has 2 S-Bahn platforms and 6 U-Bahn platforms running right through it, making it very well-connected. There are frequent buses and trams going to the Munich Hauptbahnhof station, and taking a taxi is a convenient option too.
Getting into Paris by Train
Filled with culture, fashion and art, there's always something to see and do in Paris. The trains from Munich arrive at the Gare de l'Est, which is one of the oldest stations in Paris. Located in the central area of the city, the Gare de l'Est has bus and taxi stops right outside. Moreover, it has three main Metro line connecting it to different parts of the city.
FAQs: Munich to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Paris
Most Munich to Paris trains use the München Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Munich and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Paris leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Paris station do trains from Munich arrive at?
Getting to Paris Gare de l'Est from Paris city centre
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est train station facilities and services
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Getting to Paris Gare du Nord from Paris city centre
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord train station facilities and services
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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