Munich to London by train
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Overview: trains from Munich to London
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Munich to London by train
Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Munich to London? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 917 kilometres.
Train cost between Munich and London: 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 £48.32, then go to £185, if booked a month in advance, and £188, 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.
Train schedule for travel between Munich and London
While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 64 trains make this journey of 917 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Munich is at 00:00 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:46.
During the weekend, 00:00 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:54 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 3 minutes.
How long is the train journey from Munich to London?
This journey covers a total of 917 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 9 hours and 39 minutes.
When do tickets go on sale between Munich and London?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Munich and London 10 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
Making the most of your Munich to London travels
To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: London.
FAQs about the train journey from Munich to London
Want to know more about your journey from Munich to London? 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 London covers 917 kilometres.
The lowest price on this route is £48.32. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around £185, while those booked 7 days in advance are around £188.
Tickets for this journey become available 10 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey is 9 hours and 39 minutes.
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