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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Munich
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €40
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €81
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 4 h 31 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 4 h 33 m
- Trains on Nov 12
- 18
- Distance
- 305 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Munich will cost around €81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 18 trains from Basel to Munich, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 31 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 4 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IR 1995 · EC 9512:07 AM 9h09 Basel SBB 9:16 AM Munich €40 1 One-way 1 transfer- S 3 · IR 2155 · EC 95
12:30 AM 8h46 Basel SBB 9:16 AM Munich €40 1 One-way 2 transfers - IC 575 · EC 195
2:33 PM 4h31 Basel SBB 7:04 PM Munich Hbf €43 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 204 · ICE 511
5:16 AM 5h16 Basel SBB 10:32 AM Munich Hbf €48 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 76 · ICE 1091
4:46 AM 5h24 Basel SBB 10:10 AM Munich Hbf €48 1 One-way 1 transfer
- IC 575 · EC 195
2:33 PM 4h31 Basel SBB 7:04 PM Munich Hbf €43 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 372 · ICE 565
10:16 AM 4h33 Basel SBB 2:49 PM Munich Hbf €112 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 278 · ICE 569
2:16 PM 4h33 Basel SBB 6:49 PM Munich Hbf €60 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 370 · ICE 567
12:16 PM 4h33 Basel SBB 4:49 PM Munich Hbf €68 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 376 · ICE 267
6:16 AM 4h33 Basel SBB 10:49 AM Munich Hbf €112 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Munich
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Basel to Munich run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 305 km |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Basel to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Munich trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 1995 · EC 95 | On time 12:07 AM Basel SBB | 9h09 | 9:16 AM Munich | 1 transfer | |
| S 3 · IR 2155 · EC 95 | On time 12:30 AM Basel SBB | 8h46 | 9:16 AM Munich | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 76 · ICE 1091 | On time 4:46 AM Basel SBB | 5h24 | 10:10 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 204 · ICE 511 | On time 5:16 AM Basel SBB | 5h16 | 10:32 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 267 | On time 5:50 AM Basel SBB | 4h59 | 10:49 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 376 · ICE 267 | On time 6:16 AM Basel SBB | 4h33 | 10:49 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 559 · EC 97 | On time 6:33 AM Basel SBB | 4h43 | 11:16 AM Munich | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 202 · ICE 513 | On time 7:16 AM Basel SBB | 5h13 | 12:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 374 · ICE 593 | On time 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 4h59 | 1:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 563 · EC 99 | On time 8:33 AM Basel SBB | 4h43 | 1:16 PM Munich | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 200 · ICE 515 | On time 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 5h13 | 2:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 372 · ICE 565 | On time 10:16 AM Basel SBB | 4h33 | 2:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 191+ TGV 9203 | Delayed 10:32 AM 10:33 AMBasel SBB | 4h43 | 3:16 PM Munich | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 108 · ICE 517 | On time 11:16 AM Basel SBB | 5h13 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 370 · ICE 567 | On time 12:16 PM Basel SBB | 4h33 | 4:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 106 · ICE 519 | On time 1:16 PM Basel SBB | 5h13 | 6:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 278 · ICE 569 | On time 2:16 PM Basel SBB | 4h33 | 6:49 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 575 · EC 195 | 2:33 PM Basel SBB | 4h31 | 7:04 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
ÖBB
Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Basel and Munich
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Munich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Munich
Most Basel to Munich trains use the Basel SBB to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Hackerbrücke. Use this guide to compare Basel and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Munich leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Munich station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing train station facilities and services
München-Pasing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke train station facilities and services
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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