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Museum Burg Zug
Zug’s main history museum in a castle-like complex, with exhibitions on the city, canton and cultural life.
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Zug is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Zug will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Munich to Zug you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 564 · 4219 · 17780 · IC 489
78939 · EC 190 · IR 2130
78939 · EC 190 · IR 2130
ICE 564 · 4219 · 17780 · IC 489Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Zug among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £133.
Distance: 253 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£66 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £184 Average Price |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Munich to Zug trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ECE 196 · IR 2576 | On time 8:48 Munich Hbf | 4h14 | 13:02 Zug station | 1 change | |
ICE 568 · 4211 · 17772 · IC 485 | On time 9:02 Munich Hbf | 5h57 | 14:59 Zug station | 5 changes | |
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Trains from Munich to Zug run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:31. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:31 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Zug — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zug trip today.
Zug’s main history museum in a castle-like complex, with exhibitions on the city, canton and cultural life.
Art museum with Swiss and regional works, known for changing exhibitions in a central modern building.
Compact museum presenting the history of fishing on Lake Zug, with boats, tools and local traditions.
Picturesque old town quarter with pastel façades, arcades, small lanes and easy access to key historic sights.
Lakeside promenade ideal for walking and sunset views, lined with public spaces, boats and mountain panoramas.
Viewpoint and green hillside above Zug, reached by funicular, with sweeping lake and mountain scenery.
A rich cherry cake from Zug with layers of nut meringue, sponge and kirsch buttercream. It is the town’s best-known speciality and a classic local treat.
Clear cherry brandy made from local cherries. Kirsch from Zug and nearby central Switzerland is deeply tied to regional fruit growing and baking traditions.
A caramelised tart made with local cherries, often enriched with kirsch. It reflects Zug’s long cherry-growing heritage and appears in home baking and cafés.
Elegant restaurant at Park Hotel Zug focused on seasonal cuisine, polished service and a refined dining room suited to a special meal.
Historic lakeside restaurant serving Swiss classics, fish and seasonal dishes in a traditional setting in Zug’s old town.
Well-known old town venue for Swiss and central European dishes with a cosy, rustic interior and reliable local atmosphere.
Zug is pricier than most Swiss cities for hotels and dining, though local transport is efficient. Expect high accommodation rates and restaurant bills.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Zug Bahnhof -> Metalli, Zug
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Zug 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 Zug, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Zug trains use the München Hbf to Zug station pair, with some services arriving at Zug, Dammstrasse (Bahnhof). Use this guide to compare Munich and Zug 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, Hbf Nord is 1 km from Munich city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
München, Hbf Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at München, Hbf Nord.
ATMs are available at München, Hbf Nord.
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München, Hbf Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Hbf Nord.
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.
Zug has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Schiff, Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zug. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zug: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Zug, City-Hotel Ochsen, Hotel Löwen am See.
Zug, Dammstrasse (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple cafes and snack bars available.
Free Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs are located inside the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Zug, Dammstrasse (Bahnhof).
Available at Zug, Dammstrasse (Bahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug, Dammstrasse (Bahnhof): The station is wheelchair accessible with lifts.
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