Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich by train

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Overview: trains from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich

Find the key information for travelling by train from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich, 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 00:56 View journey
Last train 23:55 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 28m View journey
Distance (km) 150
Trains / day 41 View all
Cheapest journey AU$40.88 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 11m
Train operators 24

Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 150 kilometres.

Train cost between Schwäbisch Gmünd and Munich: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$40.88, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich:

  • 00:56 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:54 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:56 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:55 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 20 minutes from Schwäbisch Gmünd toward Munich.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 41 trains serving this route each day.

Travel time and distance between Schwäbisch Gmünd and Munich

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 28 minutes, covering a total of 150 kilometres.

When do tickets between Schwäbisch Gmünd and Munich go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Schwäbisch Gmünd and Munich 8 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn even more about travelling from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Munich.

FAQs about the train journey from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Munich

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

The distance between Schwäbisch Gmünd and Munich is 150 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.