The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Munich
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€66
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Munich will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 34 trains that leave Leipzig for Munich on Mon, May 18, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
ICE 5015:41 AM3h50Leipzig Hbf9:31 AMMunich Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
ICE 593 · ICE 701 · ICE 5236:49 AM3h23Leipzig Hbf10:12 AMMunich Hbf€251One-way2 transfers
ICE 593 · ICE 7016:49 AM3h53Leipzig Hbf10:42 AMMunich Hbf€251One-way1 transfer
ICE 9051:40 AM5h35Leipzig Hbf7:15 AMMunich Hbf€281One-way0 transfers
ICE 905 · 40011:40 AM5h07Leipzig Hbf6:47 AMMunich Hbf€361One-way1 transfer
ICE 5059:55 AM3h13Leipzig Hbf1:08 PMMunich Hbf€561One-way0 transfers
ICE 50711:55 AM3h13Leipzig Hbf3:08 PMMunich Hbf€561One-way0 transfers
ICE 6013:55 PM3h13Leipzig Hbf7:08 PMMunich Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
ICE 5091:55 PM3h14Leipzig Hbf5:09 PMMunich Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
ICE 6057:55 PM3h15Leipzig Hbf11:10 PMMunich Hbf€391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leipzig to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €271.
Distance: 361 km
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€106 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €427 Average price |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Leipzig to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Munich trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S5X · ICE 1107 | Delayed 9:02 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h44 | 10:57 PM 10:57 PMMunich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 607 · ICE 1081 | Delayed 8:35 PM 9:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 8h14 | 6:09 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
ICE 905 | 1:40 AM Leipzig Hbf | 5h35 | 7:15 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 905 · 4001 | 1:40 AM Leipzig Hbf | 5h07 | 6:47 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 501 | On time 5:41 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h50 | 9:31 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X · ICE 1501 | On time 6:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h37 | 9:41 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 593 · ICE 701 · ICE 523 | On time 6:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h23 | 10:12 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 593 · ICE 701 | On time 6:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h53 | 10:42 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S5X · ICE 1503 | On time 8:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h39 | 11:43 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 595 · ICE 703 · ICE 527 | On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h23 | 12:12 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 595 · ICE 703 | On time 8:49 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h53 | 12:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1652 · ICE 1005 | On time 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h19 | 12:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 505 | On time 9:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h13 | 1:08 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X · ICE 1505 | On time 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h39 | 1:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 507 | On time 11:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 3h13 | 3:08 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X · ICE 1507 | On time 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h39 | 3:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 599 · ICE 707 · ICE 625 | On time 12:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h24 | 4:13 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 599 · ICE 707 | On time 12:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h53 | 4:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1558 · ICE 1009 | On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h18 | 4:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 509 | On time 1:55 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h14 | 5:09 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X · ICE 1509 | On time 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h39 | 5:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1556 · ICE 1101 | On time 3:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h16 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 601 | On time 3:55 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h13 | 7:08 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X · ICE 1601 | On time 4:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h39 | 7:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 693 · ICE 801 | On time 4:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h53 | 8:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 693 · ICE 801 · ICE 723 | On time 4:49 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h24 | 8:13 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1554 · ICE 1103 | On time 5:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h19 | 8:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 603 | On time 5:53 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h17 | 9:10 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X · ICE 1603 | On time 6:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h39 | 9:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 695 · ICE 803 · ICE 727 | On time 6:48 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h28 | 10:16 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 695 · ICE 803 | On time 6:48 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h54 | 10:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1552 · ICE 1105 | On time 7:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h18 | 10:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 605 | On time 7:55 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h15 | 11:10 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S5X · ICE 1605 | 8:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 3h39 | 11:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Munich
Trains from Leipzig to Munich run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Leipzig to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Leipzig and Munich from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Munich
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Burger King
- Tassilogarten
- Mitani
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Mk Hotel
- Hotel Pension Christl
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