- Must visit
Von der Heydt-Museum
Major art museum with 19th- and 20th-century collections in a handsome former town hall near the centre.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£87
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£109
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
5 h 22 m
Trains on 12 Sept
6
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Wuppertal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Wuppertal will cost around £109 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 6 trains from Munich to Wuppertal, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 471 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.
ICE 882 · ICE 926 · ICE 610
ICE 724 · 17418
ICE 610 · IC 2045
ICE 610
ICE 690 · ICE 200 · IC 2047
ICE 690 · ICE 200 · IC 2047
ICE 724 · 17418
ICE 610
ICE 1010 · 17336
ICE 610 · IC 2045Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Wuppertal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 471 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Wuppertal:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Wuppertal costing on average £53.
A coach is £72 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Wuppertal costing on average £111.
Other travel options to Wuppertal take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 47m.
Coach takes on average 8h 44m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (5h 47m by train vs 6h 46m by car). Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £44 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 Deutsche Bahn.
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 Wuppertal trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 882 · ICE 926 · ICE 610 | On time 8:05 Munich Hbf | 6h36 | 14:41 Wuppertal Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1010 · 17336 | On time 8:19 Munich Hbf | 5h17 | 13:36 Wuppertal Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 724 · 17418 | On time 8:45 Munich Hbf | 5h09 | 13:54 Wuppertal Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 690 · ICE 200 · IC 2047 | On time 8:45 Munich Hbf | 4h57 | 13:42 Wuppertal Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 610 | On time 9:28 Munich Hbf | 5h13 | 14:41 Wuppertal Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 610 · IC 2045 | On time 9:28 Munich Hbf | 6h14 | 15:42 Wuppertal Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Munich to Wuppertal run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 471 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 471 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:56 |
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Discover the best of Wuppertal — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wuppertal trip today.
Major art museum with 19th- and 20th-century collections in a handsome former town hall near the centre.
Museum and early industrial monument presenting the life and work of Friedrich Engels in the restored Engels House.
Art museum in a former pumping station showing changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary works in an intimate setting.
Traffic-free former railway line turned into a long walking and cycling route with viaducts, murals and city panoramas.
Large hillside park with woodland paths, lawns, sculptures and broad views over Wuppertal. Ideal for a relaxed stroll.
Historic district with grand villas, leafy streets and the famous stairway quarter atmosphere in the city centre hills.
A hearty potato pancake from the Bergisches Land, often served with bread, jam or apple sauce. It is a long-standing regional comfort food.
The classic Bergisches coffee table spread with waffles, rice pudding, black bread, cold cuts and preserves. It is a famous social dining tradition of the region.
Yeast-raised waffles served with hot cherries and cream or rice pudding. They are a signature sweet speciality in and around Wuppertal.
Traditional restaurant in the historic Zoo district, known for Bergische and German classics in an elegant old-world setting.
Historic hilltop venue popular for Bergische Kaffeetafel, waffles and regional fare with broad views over Wuppertal.
Long-established brewery venue serving hearty German dishes and fresh beer in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels are usually cheaper than in Cologne or Düsseldorf.
Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service; tell the server the total when paying.
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Wuppertal Hbf -> Döppersberg, Wuppertal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Wuppertal trains use the München Hbf to Wuppertal Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Use this guide to compare Munich and Wuppertal 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.
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.
Wuppertal 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: Vidaleo, Cafe Extrablatt, McDonald's, KYTO Coffee Wuppertal
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal Hbf. ATMs are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Information desks are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central-Hotel, Ibis Wuppertal City, Hotel Astor, Arcade.
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen is 5 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Oberbarmen 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: McDonald's, Färberei:Café, Wupper Grill, Vinh Son
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Oberbarmen.
Wuppertal-Barmen is 3 km from Wuppertal city centre. Public transport options include:
Wuppertal-Barmen 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: TeAmore, Burger King, Haus Becker, Café Moritz
Wi-Fi is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. ATMs are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Ticket office support is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Information desks are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Luggage storage is available at Wuppertal-Barmen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wuppertal-Barmen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wuppertal-Barmen.
Nearby hotels include Imperial, City Hotel, Hotel zur Krone.
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