Munich to Herzogenrath by train

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Overview: trains from Munich to Herzogenrath

Find the key information for travelling by train from Munich to Herzogenrath, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:01 View journey
Last train 23:54 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 498
Trains / day 43 View all
Cheapest journey AU$86.87 View journey
Avg journey time 12hr
Train operators 11

Going from Munich to Herzogenrath by train

About to set off from Munich to Herzogenrath by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Munich and Herzogenrath

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$86.87

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Train schedule for travel between Munich and Herzogenrath

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 43 trains make this journey of 498 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Munich is at 00:01 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:54.

During the weekend, 00:01 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:54 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 17 minutes.

How long does the train from Munich to Herzogenrath take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 5 hours and 33 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 498 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Munich and Herzogenrath?

Tickets along this route go on sale 6 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your trip to Herzogenrath

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Herzogenrath.

FAQs about the train journey from Munich to Herzogenrath

Want to know more about your journey from Munich to Herzogenrath? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Munich and Herzogenrath covers 498 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.