The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Zell am See
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Zell am See is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Zell am See will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Zell am See without transferring at least once.
79063 · RJX 160+
S 8
RJ 113 · IR 518
RJ 83 · IR 515
RJ 85 · EC 19003
ICE 117 · IR 514
RJ 85 · EC 19003
RJ 85+
EC 19003
RJ 83 · IR 515
RJ 83+
IR 515
79063 · RJX 160+
S 8Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Munich to Zell am See
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Zell am See among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€41 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Munich to Zell am See train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Zell am See trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 113+ IR 518 | On time 7:15 AM Munich Hbf | 3h29 | 10:44 AM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 113 · IR 518 | On time 7:15 AM Munich Hbf | 3h29 | 10:44 AM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 83 · IR 515 | On time 8:33 AM Munich Hbf | 2h41 | 11:14 AM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 83+ IR 515 | On time 8:33 AM Munich Hbf | 2h41 | 11:14 AM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
79063 · RJX 160+ S 8 | 8:41 AM Munich Hbf | 3h16 | 11:57 AM Zell am See station | 2 transfers | |
EC 115 · EC 19004 | 9:16 AM Munich Hbf | 3h32 | 12:48 PM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 85+ EC 19003 | On time 10:32 AM Munich Hbf | 2h37 | 1:09 PM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
RJ 85 · EC 19003 | On time 10:32 AM Munich Hbf | 2h37 | 1:09 PM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 117 · IR 514 | On time 11:16 AM Munich Hbf | 3h28 | 2:44 PM Zell am See station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Zell am See
Trains from Munich to Zell am See run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Bayerische Regiobahn from Munich to Zell am See trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, Sylt Shuttle Plus, Bayerische Regiobahn trains will get you between Munich and Zell am See from €12. 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.
ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Railjet
Sylt Shuttle Plus
ÖBB | S-Bahn
Bayerische Regiobahn
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Zell am See
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Zell am See 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 Zell am See, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Munich Hbf, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zell am See, located 0.6 miles (884 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Munich to Zell am See
- 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.
- Ratskeller
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with direct access from the B311 road.
- Restaurant Kupferkessel
- Steinerwirt 1493
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Tirolerhof
- Grand Hotel Zell am See
- Hotel Salzburgerhof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance and ticket office
- Platforms: 1-3 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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