Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 29

Cheapest price on Aug 29

€20

Average ticket price on Aug 29

€49

Fastest journey on Aug 29

3 h 31 m

Average journey duration on Aug 29

3 h 49 m

Trains on Aug 29

9

Distance

305 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast trains

On Sat, Aug 29, we found 9 trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich, including 9 direct services.

On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .

On Sat, Aug 29 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.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1:49 AM4h38
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:27 AMMunich
    201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    12:46 AM4h41
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:27 AMMunich
    211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    3:38 AM3h35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    7:13 AMMunich
    281One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1:46 AM4h41
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:27 AMMunich
    401One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn
    9:00 PM8h09
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:09 AMMunich
    401One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €167.

Distance: 305 km

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Flight

€31

Average price

€29

Average price

Cheapest

€167

Average price

4h 5m

Average total duration

3h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 58m

Average total duration

6h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

Onboard

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2h 0m

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Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 699
Delayed
12:48 AM 2:46 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h41
5:27 AM 5:27 AMMunich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1925
Delayed
10:44 AM 12:41 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h32
4:13 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 517
Delayed
12:04 PM 12:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h38
3:25 PM 3:25 PMMunich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 627
On time
1:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
3h43
5:13 PM Munich Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 627
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h32
5:13 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 107 · ICE 2587
Delayed
12:21 PM 1:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h25
3:19 PM 3:19 PMMunich Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 919
On time
2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h18
5:40 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 629
On time
2:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
3h42
6:12 PM Munich Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 629
On time
2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h31
6:12 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 519
Delayed
1:07 PM 2:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h38
6:29 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 721
On time
3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h31
7:12 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 109 · ICE 2589
Delayed
1:56 PM 3:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h21
5:17 PM 5:17 PMMunich Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1011
On time
4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h19
7:41 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 723
On time
4:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
3h43
8:13 PM Munich Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 723
On time
4:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h32
8:13 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 611
Delayed
3:22 PM 4:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h41
6:44 PM 6:44 PMMunich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 725
On time
5:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h35
9:16 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 201 · ICE 2591
Delayed
3:58 PM 5:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h24
9:15 PM Munich Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1013
On time
6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h18
9:40 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 613
On time
6:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h38
10:29 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 203 · ICE 2593
On time
7:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h41
11:32 PM Munich Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1015
On time
8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h19
11:41 PM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 8218:30 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
4h31
1:01 AM Munich Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 821
Delayed
6:42 PM 8:41 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h20
11:18 PM 11:18 PMMunich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 615
On time
8:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
4h20
1:11 AM Munich Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn12:46 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport
4h41
5:27 AM Munich0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn1:46 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport
4h41
6:27 AM Munich0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn1:49 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport
4h38
6:27 AM Munich0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn3:38 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport
3h35
7:13 AM Munich0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn7:41 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport
3h31
11:12 AM Munich0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn8:41 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport
3h31
12:12 PM Munich0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 23:09. The fastest train covers the 305 km distance in 3h 18m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
305 km
Average train duration
3h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Trains per day
27
Direct trains
16
Fastest train
3h 18m
First train
12:46 AM
Last train
11:09 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Munich from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 18m
Cheapest Price
€8
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
€60
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich is 3h 18m to travel the 305 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich leaves at 12:46 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich leaves at 11:09 PM.
Yes,there are 16 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) for the best way to get you to Munich. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Munich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Munich from Frankfurt am Main Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 18m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich

Most Frankfurt am Main Airport to Munich trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Munich
München HbfBayerstraße 10A, 80335 Munich, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre

München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus100 · 15m · every ~11 min
Tram21 · 12m · €2 · every ~12 min

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.

München OstMünchen Ost, Orleansplatz 11, 81667 MünchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre

München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S1, S2, S3, S6, S4, S5 · 5m · €1 · every ~61 min
Drf, 961, 963, 965, 967, 969 · 8m · €2 · every ~1 min
Bus62 · 11m · every ~15 min
N45 · 22m · €3
Tram21, N19 · 17m · €3 · every ~13 min
SubwayU5 · 4m · €3 · every ~20 min

München Ost train station facilities and services

München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.

München-PasingMünchen-Pasing, Pasinger Bahnhofsplatz 7-9 6-10, 81241 MünchenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to München-Pasing from Munich city centre

München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe72, Re96 · 5m · €2 · every ~2 min
Rb · 7m · €2
S3, S8, S6, S5, S4, S2 · 13m · €2 · every ~37 min
Tram19, N19 · 33m · €3 · every ~13 min

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.

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