1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£48
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 47 m
Trains on 19 Sept
4
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sankt Margrethen to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sankt Margrethen to Munich will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 4 trains from Sankt Margrethen to Munich, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sankt Margrethen to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 164 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sankt Margrethen to Munich:
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sankt Margrethen to Munich costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 51m.
Tickets start at around £56 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-22.82. The journey takes 2h 47m versus 2h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Sankt Margrethen to Munich trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 95 | On time 6:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 9:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 95 | On time 6:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 9:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · REX 5554 · 78914 | 6:55 St. Margrethen | 3h25 | 10:20 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 97 | On time 8:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 11:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 97 | On time 8:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 11:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · REX 25914 · 78920 · 3879 | 8:55 St. Margrethen | 4h03 | 12:58 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
S 3 · REX 25914 · 78920 · ICE 563 | 8:55 St. Margrethen | 3h54 | 12:49 Munich Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 99 | 10:51 St. Margrethen | 2h32 | 13:23 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · REX 25920 · 78926 | 10:55 St. Margrethen | 3h44 | 14:39 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 191 | On time 12:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 15:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 191 | On time 12:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 15:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · REX 25926 · 78934 · 59675 | 12:55 St. Margrethen | 3h43 | 16:38 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 193 | On time 14:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 17:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 193 | On time 14:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 17:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · REX 25932 · 78940 · 59677 | 14:55 St. Margrethen | 3h43 | 18:38 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 195 | On time 16:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 19:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 195 | On time 16:51 St. Margrethen | 2h43 | 19:34 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 · REX 25936 · 78950 · 59681 | 16:55 St. Margrethen | 3h45 | 20:40 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
S 3 · EC 197 | On time 18:25 St. Margrethen | 3h09 | 21:34 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
S 3 · REX 25940 · 78956 · 57519 | 18:55 St. Margrethen | 4h05 | 23:00 Munich Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 199 | On time 20:51 St. Margrethen | 2h25 | 23:16 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 199 | On time 20:51 St. Margrethen | 2h25 | 23:16 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Sankt Margrethen to Munich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 164 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 164 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:37 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sankt Margrethen to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sankt Margrethen to Munich trains use the St. Margrethen to München Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Sankt Margrethen and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St. Margrethen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Bahnhof, Gasthaus zur Alten Post
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St. Margrethen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St. Margrethen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St. Margrethen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St. Margrethen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Margrethen: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles St. Margrethen, Best Western Hotel Rebstock, Bodenseehotel.
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.
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