Munich to Wuppertal train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Wuppertal

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 882 · ICE 926 · ICE 610
    8:056h36
    Munich Hbf
    14:41Wuppertal Hbf
    £871One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 724 · 17418
    8:455h09
    Munich Hbf
    13:54Wuppertal Hbf
    £931One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 610 · IC 2045
    9:286h14
    Munich Hbf
    15:42Wuppertal Hbf
    £1011One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 610
    9:285h13
    Munich Hbf
    14:41Wuppertal Hbf
    £1211One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche BahnICE 690 · ICE 200 · IC 2047
    8:454h57
    Munich Hbf
    13:42Wuppertal Hbf
    £1211One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Munich to Wuppertal

Omio 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

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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

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30m

Additional time*

9h 14m

Average total duration

8h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

Onboard

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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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Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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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 Wuppertal is a coach with an average price of £38.

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.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Wuppertal is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 12m.

Other travel options to Wuppertal take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 47m.

Coach takes on average 8h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Wuppertal 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 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.

Live departures

Munich to Wuppertal train times

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.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 882 · ICE 926 · ICE 610
On time
8:05 Munich Hbf
6h36
14:41 Wuppertal Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 1010 · 17336
On time
8:19 Munich Hbf
5h17
13:36 Wuppertal Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 724 · 17418
On time
8:45 Munich Hbf
5h09
13:54 Wuppertal Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnICE 690 · ICE 200 · IC 2047
On time
8:45 Munich Hbf
4h57
13:42 Wuppertal Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnICE 610
On time
9:28 Munich Hbf
5h13
14:41 Wuppertal Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 610 · IC 2045
On time
9:28 Munich Hbf
6h14
15:42 Wuppertal Hbf
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich to Wuppertal

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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.

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
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
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Munich to Wuppertal trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Munich and Wuppertal from £17. 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
4h 57m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£17
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
5h 12m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£86
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
5h 42m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£238
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day

Complete guide to Wuppertal

Things to do in Wuppertal

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

  • Must visit

Von der Heydt-Museum

Major art museum with 19th- and 20th-century collections in a handsome former town hall near the centre.

  • Recommended

Engels-Haus

Museum and early industrial monument presenting the life and work of Friedrich Engels in the restored Engels House.

  • Recommended

Kunstmuseum im Von der Heydt-Kunsthalle

Art museum in a former pumping station showing changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary works in an intimate setting.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are reasonable, while hotels are usually cheaper than in Cologne or Düsseldorf.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is typical for good service; tell the server the total when paying.

FAQs: Munich to Wuppertal train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Munich to Wuppertal can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The train journey from Munich to Wuppertal covers a distance of 471 km and takes approximately 4h 57m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Munich to Wuppertal is 471 km.
The first train from Munich to Wuppertal leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Munich to Wuppertal departs at 23:56.
Trains from Munich to Wuppertal run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Munich and Wuppertal. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
To get from Munich to Wuppertal, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Munich to Wuppertal.
The train station in Munich that goes to Wuppertal is Munich Hbf, and it arrives at Wuppertal Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Wuppertal is by train, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Munich to Wuppertal 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 Wuppertal offers varied scenery, including picturesque Bavarian landscapes, rolling hills, and glimpses of the Rhine River, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.
A day trip from Munich to Wuppertal is not feasible as the travel time is 4h 57m. However, there are 10 trains per day covering the 471 km.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Wuppertal, allowing you to visit attractions like the Wuppertal Suspension Railway, the Von der Heydt Museum, and the Botanical Garden.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich to Wuppertal.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Wuppertal

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.

Departure train stations in Munich
Arrival train stations in Wuppertal

Which Munich station do trains to Wuppertal leave from?

Trains from Munich to Wuppertal 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-PasingMünchen-Pasing, Pasinger Bahnhofsplatz 7-9 6-10, 81241 MünchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre

München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe72, Re96 · 5m · £2 · every ~2 min
Rb · 7m · £2
S3, S8, S6, S5, S4, S2 · 13m · £2 · every ~37 min
Tram19, N19 · 33m · £3 · every ~13 min

München-Pasing train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna

Wi-Fi and ATMs

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

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.

Luggage and lost property

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

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.

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