Vienna to Munich by train
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Overview: trains from Vienna to Munich
Find the key information for travelling by train from Vienna 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.
Taking the train from Vienna to Munich
So you’re considering going from Vienna to Munich by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.
Cost of train tickets between Vienna and Munich
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Munich start at AU$34.31. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, AU$56. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around AU$45.
Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Vienna to Munich is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 6 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.
Vienna to Munich departure timetable
On this route, 34 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Vienna at 05:03 and the last leaving at 23:27 during the week.
For weekend travel to Munich, the earliest departure is at 05:03 and the last one is at 23:27. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 19 minutes.
Vienna to Munich train duration
Trains on this route travel a distance of 355 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours.
How early can you book train tickets between Vienna and Munich?
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.
Learn even more about travelling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Munich
Want to know more about your journey from Vienna to Munich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Vienna and Munich by train is 355 kilometres.
The minimum fare on this route is AU$34.31. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around AU$56. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately AU$45.
Tickets for this journey become available 6 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey takes 4 hours.
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