- Must visit
Deutsches Museum
Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
72
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Munich will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 72 trains that leave Vienna for Munich every day 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 356 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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.
EC 1210
IC 407
IC 744+
RJX 68
RJX 68
RJX 19938 · EC 212
RJX 19976 · ICE 116
RJX 19952 · ICE 118
RJX 19950 · ICE 210
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966Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 356 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£69 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £222 Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Munich trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 820 · REX 5940 · R 5994 · 27004 | 0:28 Vienna | 8h07 | 8:35 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
NJ 294+ RJ 13478 · RJ 820 | 0:28 Vienna Hbf | 9h05 | 9:33 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE5+ RJ 820+ REX 2+ R 25798 | 0:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h45 | 9:13 Munich Hbf | 3 changes | |
NJ 294+ REX 2+ RJ 820 | 0:28 Vienna Hbf | 9h05 | 9:33 Munich Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 848+ EC 212 | On time 4:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h46 | 9:43 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19938+ EC 212 | On time 5:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h15 | 9:43 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 19938 · EC 212 | On time 5:28 Vienna | 4h15 | 9:43 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 407 | 5:39 Vienna Hbf | 5h00 | 10:39 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 540+ RJX 260 | On time 5:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h46 | 10:43 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
960 | 6:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h14 | 10:22 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
960 | 6:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h25 | 10:33 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 260 | 6:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h15 | 10:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 260 | On time 6:28 Vienna | 4h15 | 10:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1218 | 7:13 Vienna Hbf | 4h48 | 12:01 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1218 | On time 7:13 Vienna | 4h48 | 12:01 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19950 · RE5 | 7:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h53 | 12:21 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19950+ ICE 210+ DB S7 | 7:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h24 | 11:52 München Hbf (tief) | 2 changes | |
RJX 19950 · ICE 210 | On time 7:28 Vienna | 4h06 | 11:34 Munich Ost | 1 change | |
IC 544+ RJX 262 | On time 7:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h46 | 12:43 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
962 | 8:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h09 | 12:17 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
962 | 8:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h27 | 12:35 München Pasing | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 262 | 8:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h15 | 12:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 262 | On time 8:28 Vienna | 4h15 | 12:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 546+ ICE 118+ DB S2 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h50 | 13:47 München Hbf (tief) | 2 changes | |
EC 1216 | 9:13 Vienna Hbf | 4h41 | 13:54 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1216 | On time 9:13 Vienna | 4h41 | 13:54 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19952 · RE5 | 9:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h52 | 14:20 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19952+ ICE 118+ DB S2 | 9:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h19 | 13:47 München Hbf (tief) | 2 changes | |
RJX 19952 · ICE 118 | On time 9:28 Vienna | 4h04 | 13:32 Munich Ost | 1 change | |
964 | 10:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h20 | 14:28 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
964 | 10:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h08 | 14:16 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 60 | 10:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h16 | 14:44 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 60 | On time 10:28 Vienna | 4h16 | 14:44 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 640+ ICE 116+ DB S2 | 10:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h50 | 15:47 München Hbf (tief) | 2 changes | |
ICE 1214 | 11:13 Vienna Hbf | 4h41 | 15:54 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1214 | On time 11:13 Vienna | 4h41 | 15:54 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19976+ ICE 116+ DB S2 | 11:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h19 | 15:47 München Hbf (tief) | 2 changes | |
RJX19976+ ICE 1214 | On time 11:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h26 | 15:54 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 11:28 Vienna | 4h03 | 15:31 Munich Ost | 1 change | |
RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 11:28 Vienna | 4h26 | 15:54 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 642+ RJX 62 | On time 11:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h46 | 16:43 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62 | 12:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h15 | 16:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 62 | On time 12:28 Vienna | 4h15 | 16:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 644+ EC 114 | On time 12:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h45 | 17:42 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19916+ EC 114 | On time 13:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h14 | 17:42 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 19916 · EC 114 | On time 13:28 Vienna | 4h14 | 17:42 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 646+ RJX 64 | On time 13:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h46 | 18:43 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 64 | 14:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h15 | 18:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 64 | On time 14:28 Vienna | 4h15 | 18:43 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 648+ RJ 112 | On time 14:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h49 | 19:46 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1212 | 15:13 Vienna Hbf | 4h43 | 19:56 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1212 | On time 15:13 Vienna | 4h43 | 19:56 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 19918 · RJ 112 | On time 15:28 Vienna | 4h18 | 19:46 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 187+ RJ 112 | On time 15:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h18 | 19:46 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 740+ RJX 66 | On time 15:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h50 | 20:47 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
966 | 16:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h08 | 20:16 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
966 | 16:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h27 | 20:35 München Pasing | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 66 | 16:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h19 | 20:47 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 66 | On time 16:28 Vienna | 4h19 | 20:47 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 742+ RJ 110 | On time 16:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h54 | 21:51 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 1210 | 17:13 Vienna Hbf | 4h46 | 21:59 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1210 | On time 17:13 Vienna | 4h46 | 21:59 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 19970 · RJ 110 | On time 17:28 Vienna | 4h23 | 21:51 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19970+ RJ 110 | On time 17:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h23 | 21:51 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 744+ RJX 68 | On time 17:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h54 | 22:51 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
968 | 18:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h20 | 22:28 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
968 | 18:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h09 | 22:17 Munich Ost | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68 | 18:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h23 | 22:51 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68 | On time 18:28 Vienna | 4h23 | 22:51 Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19972 · RE5 | 19:28 Vienna Hbf | 4h50 | 0:18 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 19972+ 79404 | 19:28 Vienna | 4h50 | 0:18 Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Vienna to Munich run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 356 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 356 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Munich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Munich trip today.
Vast science and technology museum with interactive displays, historic aircraft and hands-on exhibits for all ages.
Major art museum showing European paintings from the Middle Ages to the Rococo, including many celebrated masters.
Leading modern art museum with works from classic modernism to contemporary pieces in a spacious, light-filled building.
Munich's central square, surrounded by historic buildings and markets, and a practical starting point for sightseeing.
Large urban park with riverside paths, meadows and beer gardens, perfect for walks, cycling and people-watching.
Elegant square and pedestrian area known for high-end shops, arcades and a refined city-centre atmosphere.
White veal and pork sausages traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard and pretzels; a classic Munich speciality tied to Bavarian beer culture.
Roast pork with crisp crackling, usually served with dark beer gravy and potato dumplings; a hearty staple in Bavarian inns and beer halls.
Slow-roasted pork knuckle with crisp skin, often paired with dumplings and gravy; one of Munich’s most iconic beer hall dishes.
Large traditional beer hall and restaurant known for roast pork, dumplings and its own beer, with a bustling old-Munich atmosphere.
Historic beer hall near Marienplatz serving classic Bavarian dishes, Munich beer and lively communal dining in a traditional setting.
Well-known Bavarian restaurant by Viktualienmarkt, popular for weisswurst, schnitzel and seasonal dishes in a polished but local setting.
Munich is pricier than many German cities, with higher hotel, dining and central transport costs, though day tickets and budget eats help manage spending.
Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service. Tell the server the total when paying rather than leaving coins on the table.
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Munich Hbf -> Marienplatz, Munich
The journey from Austria’s capital, Vienna, to Munich in Germany can be made in only 4 or 5 hours, depending on departure time. Trains from Vienna to Munich depart from Vienna’s West Station (Wien Westbahnhof) many times per day, starting at about 5:30 a.m. in the morning and continuing throughout the day at an average of two or three times per hour until nearly midnight. Some trains make the journey direct, but others require a short change at Salzburg. All trains from Vienna arrive at München Hauptbahnhof, Munich’s main station.
Situated on the Gurtel, Vienna’s inner city ring road, Wien Westbahnhof, the main station in Vienna is connected to the city centre by Mariahilfer Strasse. The station can be located at Europaplatz 2 and is well connected to the centre of the city by the Vienna Metro system (U-Bahn) and the tram network. Travellers can reach the station by taking the S-Bahn-line S50 or the U3 or U6 underground lines. Six tram lines have stops outside the station entrance.
The capital of Bavaria draws in many visitors each year, who want to explore the city’s old town or enjoy a beer or two at Oktoberfest. Many travellers will arrive at the Munich’s main station, München Hauptbahnhof, which is conveniently located close to the city centre. Much of the city can be explored on foot, but Munich’s main station is also well connected by public transport. Just outside the main station entrance, visitors will find a number of bus and tram stops to take them into the city centre. Alternatively, travellers have the option of taking the S-Bahn or U-Bahn, which are located beneath the station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Munich trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
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 Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
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.
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