Train from Vienna to Munich
Travel by train from Vienna to Munich. Compare the timetable and measured prices from several sellers below, and pick the cheapest or fastest trip yourself.
- Fastest trip
- 4h01
- Connection
- Direct
We have not measured prices for this route yet. Once we do, the price per day appears here.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Train | Changes | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:15 | 10:22 | 4h07 | 0 | ||
| 08:15 | 12:17 | 4h02 | 0 | ||
| 10:15 | 14:16 | 4h01 | 0 | ||
| 16:15 | 20:16 | 4h01 | 0 | ||
| 18:15 | 22:17 | 4h02 | 0 | ||
| 18:20 | 23:13 | 4h53 | 0 | ||
| 18:44 | 23:19 | 4h35 | 0 | ||
| 05:46 | 10:39 | 4h53 | 0 |
How long does the train to Munich take?
The fastest train to Munich takes about 4h01. The time per connection is in the timetable above.
Is there a direct train to Munich?
Yes, direct trains run to Munich. The timetable above shows, per day, which run direct and which have a change.
Cheap train to Munich: how to find the lowest price
Book early and compare several sellers. The price calendar above shows the cheapest day we measured. The same train can be cheaper at one seller than another.
Why travel from Vienna to Munich by train?
By train you travel from centre to centre, without check-in or waiting at the gate. You get more legroom and can work, read or watch the landscape go by. On many international routes the train is also much cleaner than flying.
Class, discount cards and luggage
International trains usually have a first and second class; second class is fine for most journeys. Discount cards vary by country and operator. You take your luggage on board yourself, without extra fees or check-in like on a flight.
CO₂: the train to Munich vs flying
Travelling by train is much cleaner than flying. According to the European Environment Agency, trains emit around 33 grams of CO₂ per passenger-kilometre on average, against about 160 grams for planes. Flying within Europe is therefore around 5 times as polluting.
Frequently asked questions
- Where do I buy a train ticket from Vienna to Munich?
- You book with the seller. We compare the timetable and measured prices from multiple sellers and send you to the cheapest.
- Is there a direct train from Vienna to Munich?
- The timetable above shows, per day, which trains run direct and which have a change.
- How long does the journey from Vienna to Munich take?
- The duration is listed per connection in the table. The fastest option is shown in the summary at the top.
- How do you find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Munich?
- The same train can be cheaper with one seller than another, and booking early often helps. Hoply compares the journey across several sellers and shows the lowest price we measured, with the measurement moment. You book with the seller itself.
- Can I book a return ticket to Munich?
- Yes. Add a return date when you search and you see the outbound and return trip side by side, each with its own prices. You book the return with the seller.
- Can I combine separate tickets?
- Sometimes two separate tickets are cheaper. We only show that when it genuinely saves money, with a warning about your rights if a train is delayed.
Related routes
Last updated on October 6, 2026 · How we measure prices