The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€90
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 38 trains that leave Zurich HB for Munich Hbf on Wed, May 20, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Wed, May 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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 3287 · S 3 · S 1 · 328110:08 PM9h47Zurich HB7:55 AMMunich Hbf€371One-way4 transfers
IR 3275 · REX 25893 · 3893 · 575374:08 PM4h48Zurich HB8:56 PMMunich Hbf€371One-way4 transfers
S 12 · 3077 · IC 2385 · 1779510:16 PM10h42Zurich HB8:58 AMMunich Hbf€421One-way5 transfers
EC 955:35 AM3h41Zurich HB9:16 AMMunich Hbf€481One-way0 transfers
IC 486 · 3225 · ICE 5991:37 PM5h35Zurich HB7:12 PMMunich Hbf€481One-way2 transfers
EC 1997:32 PM3h32Zurich HB11:04 PMMunich Hbf€921One-way0 transfers
EC 1997:32 PM3h32Zurich HB11:04 PMMunich Hbf€1131One-way0 transfers
EC 955:35 AM3h41Zurich HB9:16 AMMunich Hbf€1131One-way0 transfers
EC 955:35 AM3h41Zurich HB9:16 AMMunich Hbf€481One-way0 transfers
EC 19111:32 AM3h44Zurich HB3:16 PMMunich Hbf€1131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich HB to Munich Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €118.
Distance: 241 km
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5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich HB to Munich Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Munich Hbf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 95 | On time 5:35 AM Zurich HB | 3h41 | 9:16 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 95 | On time 5:35 AM Zurich HB | 3h41 | 9:16 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 97 | On time 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 11:16 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 97 | On time 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 11:16 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1180 · IC 2384 · S3 · ICE 593 | On time 7:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h38 | 1:15 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 1180 · RE 52384 · S3 · ICE 593 | On time 7:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h38 | 1:15 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 99 | On time 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 1:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 99 | On time 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 1:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 380 · S3 · ICE 595 | On time 9:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h38 | 3:15 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 165 · RB54 | 10:40 AM Zurich HB | 5h39 | 4:19 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 191 | On time 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 3:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 191 | On time 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 3:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 167 · RB54 | 12:40 PM Zurich HB | 5h35 | 6:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 193 | On time 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 5:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 193 | On time 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 5:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 486 · 3225 · ICE 599 | Delayed 1:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h35 | 5:14 PM 5:14 PMMunich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 486 · S1 · ICE 599 | Delayed 1:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h35 | 5:14 PM 5:14 PMMunich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 486 · S3 · ICE 599 | Delayed 1:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h35 | 5:14 PM 5:14 PMMunich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 486 · S3 · ICE 599 | On time 1:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h37 | 7:14 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 195 | On time 3:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 7:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 195 | On time 3:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 7:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 484 · 3229 · ICE 691 | On time 3:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h38 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 484 · S1 · ICE 691 | On time 3:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h38 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 484 · S3 · ICE 691 | On time 3:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h38 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 3275 · REX 25893 · 3893 | 4:08 PM Zurich HB | 4h50 | 8:58 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 3275 · REX 25893 · 3893 · 57537 | On time 4:08 PM Zurich HB | 4h48 | 8:56 PM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 3275 · RE70 · RE73+ REX 7 | On time 4:08 PM Zurich HB | 4h48 | 8:56 PM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 197 | On time 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 9:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 197 | On time 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h44 | 9:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 199 | On time 7:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h32 | 11:04 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 199 | On time 7:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h32 | 11:04 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EN 40467+ 79000 | 9:40 PM Zurich HB | 8h01 | 5:41 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EN 40467+ RE5 | 9:40 PM Zurich HB | 8h01 | 5:41 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 60402 · ICE 619 | On time 9:59 PM Zurich HB | 8h11 | 6:10 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 60402 · ICE 619 | On time 9:59 PM Zurich HB | 8h04 | 6:03 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 3287 · S 3 · S 1 · 3281 | On time 10:08 PM Zurich HB | 9h47 | 7:55 AM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 3287 · S 3 · S 1 · 3875 | 10:08 PM Zurich HB | 10h50 | 8:58 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
S 12 · 3077 · IC 2385 · 17795 | 10:16 PM Zurich HB | 10h42 | 8:58 AM Munich Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf
Trains from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €81 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 20:40. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €81 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 8:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Munich Hbf from €16. 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 | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
EuroNight
Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Munich Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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.
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