Paris to Munich train

Trains from Paris to Munich

If you’re planning on taking a trip from Paris to Munich, you can enjoy the cross-continental journey conveniently. With Paris to Munich trains departing hourly, seven days a week during daytime hours, this seven-hour train trip from Paris to Munich can be enjoyed in two classes on the Deutsche Bahn train service, one of Germany’s most established train companies.

Paris to Munich Train Time: Daily Departures

There are seven regular departures on the schedule throughout the daytime on weekdays from Paris to Munich. Starting from as early as 6:29 a.m., with the last train departing at 5:54 p.m., you will have the whole day to prepare for your travels. On Saturdays there are 6 departures, with the last one being at 7:06 p.m. and on Sundays you can take an evening departure as late as 7:40 p.m. This route has a change-over for every ticket option, either at Karlsruhe Hbf in Karlsruhe, Stuttgart Hbfin Stuttgart or Mannheim Hbf in the German state of Mannheim.

How long is the journey by train from Paris to Munich?

The journey from Paris to Munich is a mid-duration train trip that can be done in an approximately 7 hours. The average length of the journey is 7h20min, and at the absolute longest, 7h30min. Regardless of which train station you choose for your mandatory change over, the trains running on this trip are all dependable and will have you at Munich Hbf on time.

How to find cheap train tickets from Paris to Munich?

If you’re travelling by train from Paris to Munich on a budget, there are some easy ways to ensure you get the cheapest train tickets available. A useful factor to consider is flexibility in travel dates. Seek out the price that suits your budget if you can, even if it means changing travel dates, should they not be too strict. If you plan in advance, cheap tickets are often available too. Unreserved seating can reduce your ticket price and don’t forget that cancelling or exchanging trips can often result in a price hike, so be sure of your travel dates. This trip allows for loyalty and membership cards for discount application, as well as reductions in fare for senior citizens and youth travellers from 0-25, such as students. Deutsche Bahn is an affordable train company and you will be guaranteed of some great deals.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Paris to Munich?

Departure train station: Paris to Munich train leaves from the Paris Gare De L’Est, an elegant and bustling station with all your requirements for a comfortable and enjoyable trip. With restaurants and other amenities, the station is one of the larger train stations in Paris, but does not suffer with over-crowding. It is close to the Boulevard de Strasborg, part of the north-south axis of Paris. Paris Gare De L'Est is less than 1 mile away from the city centre and can easily be accessed on foot, with the Eiffel Tower being only 3 miles away. Taxis and buses are accessible from right outside the station.

Arrival train station: Your train will arrive at the Munich Hauptbahnhof, also known as Munich Hbf. It is one of three stations that service long-distance journeys yet, despite its vast size and massive transit numbers, it has a light and breezy atmosphere and has many shops and kiosks to enjoy. With less than a mile to the city centre, you can enjoy a nice walk, or make use of easily accessible public transport from outside the station.

Which train companies travel from Paris to Munich?

The train that services this trip is run by the Berlin-based railway company Deutsche Bahn, otherwise known as DB. Germany’s most established train company, they are efficient, clean, punctual, fast and highly recommended by international travellers. They offer two classes of ticket, namely first and second, and endeavour to make your trip as comfortable as possible, whilst getting you to your destination with speed. The train company also offers exclusive lounges at various train stations for their first class passengers to relax and wind down in, or even catch up on some work.

Deutsche Bahn trains from Paris to Munich

With hourly trains leaving for this 7-hour, long-distance trip, Deutsche Bahn provide cheap tickets on their long-distance trains that will require a stop-over, due to the duration. The train only departs from Paris Gare l’Est and arrives at Munich Hbf, but your stops in between could vary, depending on the ticket choice you purchase. It is always important to note the terms applicable on your tickets, which will apply to both first and second class. The Super Saver ticket option is valid for a particular journey with no refunds or exchanges. The Savings Fare allows for refunds issued as vouchers in Euros and the Flex Fare is valid for any train departing that day, allowing you freedom of time on the day of your travels.

Paris to Munich Trains: Services on board

Deutsche Bahn trains provide two class of affordable tickets - first and second class. Both classes offer you a comfortable and relaxing solution for your commute. Armchair seating, a large carriage storage area, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and a bar-bistro service are all available to second class ticket holders. First-class ticket holders can also enjoy their own power outlets, wider, more luxurious seating, a personalised drink service, free Wi-Fi and bar-bistro service, and of course a much more exclusive trip. There's no limit on the luggage that you can take on the train, as long as you can handle it. If you want to take a bike with you, then you need to purchase a bicycle ticket. You can bring a pet with you free of charge if it's small in size, otherwise you have to buy an additional ticket. Passengers with reduced mobility can request assistance in advance if they need help getting off or on the train.

Taking the Train from Paris

Trains from Paris to Munich leave from the Gare de L'est metro station, which is situated around one and a half miles north of the city centre. The closest metro station to the city centre is Chatelet, which offers services to Gare de L'est every five minutes via line 4 throughout the week until late, with an average journey time of seven minutes. Taxi services are available, taking just under five minutes to reach Gare de L'est from the city centre.

Getting into Munich by Train

Munich's welcoming and pedestrianised city centre is characterised by an eclectic mix of modern and classic architecture, with a diverse range of museums and stunning, immaculately maintained parks to explore. Munich is also renowned for its nightlife, and the party culture is never more vibrant than during Oktoberfest. Trains from Paris to Munich arrive at Munich Hauptbahnhof station, which is located just under two miles west of the city centre. Suburban rail lines S1 to S8 all serve the city centre from Munich Hauptbahnhof station, with services running every five minutes until late seven days a week, taking two to three minutes to reach the city centre. Taxi services are also available and take roughly the same amount of time. Alternatively, you can walk to the city centre from Munich Hauptbahnhof in under twenty minutes.