How to get to Obertraun from Munich

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Compare train and flight for Munich to Obertraun

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Obertraun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £312.

Distance: 170 km

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The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Obertraun is a train with an average price of £47.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Obertraun:

A train is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Obertraun costing on average £312.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Obertraun is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Obertraun take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Munich and Obertraun including taking a train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £47 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£14. The journey takes 4h 0m versus 2h 47m 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.

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from Munich to Obertraun

How to get to Obertraun from Munich by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Munich to Obertraun is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Lufthansa
    18:003h30
    Munich
    21:30Obertraun
    £3521One-way
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  • Lufthansa
    18:003h30
    Munich
    21:30Obertraun
    £3521One-way
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Fastest

  • Lufthansa
    18:003h30
    Munich
    21:30Obertraun
    £3521One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Obertraun by train

The most popular day trips by train from Obertraun are Hallstatt, Bad Ischl, Attnang-Puchheim, Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut and Salzburg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Obertraun on Omio.

A view of Hallstatt

Day trip from Obertraun to Hallstatt by train

Why visit Hallstatt for the day?

Hallstatt is a small lakeside village in Austria’s Salzkammergut, known for historic salt mining and Alpine scenery. Its narrow streets, steep slopes and houses beside Hallstätter See give it a calm, distinctive character.

A view of Bad Ischl

Day trip from Obertraun to Bad Ischl by train

Why visit Bad Ischl for the day?

Bad Ischl is a spa town in the Salzkammergut, known for its imperial history and relaxed café culture. Framed by rivers, villas and nearby mountains, it feels refined yet unhurried.

A view of Attnang-Puchheim

Day trip from Obertraun to Attnang-Puchheim by train

Why visit Attnang-Puchheim for the day?

Attnang-Puchheim is an Upper Austrian town known chiefly as an important railway junction. Its character is practical and local, shaped by industry, everyday life and the nearby basilica in Puchheim.

A view of Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

Day trip from Obertraun to Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut by train

Why visit Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut for the day?

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut is a lakeside town on the Wolfgangsee known for its historic centre and pilgrimage church. With boat landings, mountain views and a long resort tradition, it feels calm and distinctly alpine.

A view of Salzburg

Day trip from Obertraun to Salzburg by train

Why visit Salzburg for the day?

Salzburg is known for Mozart, Baroque architecture and a striking setting between the Salzach and the Alps. Its compact Altstadt feels elegant and atmospheric, with church domes, fortress views and a strong café culture.

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FAQs: Munich to Obertraun

Travel to Obertraun easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Munich to Obertraun.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Munich and Obertraun including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Obertraun is a train with an average price of £47.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Obertraun:

A train is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Obertraun costing on average £312.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Obertraun is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 58m.

Other travel options to Obertraun take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 30m.

The Munich to Obertraun distance is approximately 170 km.
The average frequency per day from Munich to Obertraun is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Obertraun as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Obertraun:
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Obertraun-Dachsteinhöhlen.
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Obertraun, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Lufthansa, Eurowings to go to Obertraun by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, Bayerische Regiobahn to go to Obertraun by train.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Obertraun often also extend their vacation to go to Hallstatt, Vienna, Salzburg, Prague, Vienna Hbf. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Obertraun and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Munich to Obertraun, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
Spending two to three days in Obertraun allows you to explore the picturesque landscapes, visit the Dachstein Ice Cave, and enjoy outdoor activities like hiking or biking.

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