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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Munich
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€39
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€80
Fastest journey on Sep 12
3 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
3 h 41 m
Trains on Sep 12
33
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Munich will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 33 trains from Zurich to Munich, including 16 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 33 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.
S 9+
S62+RE 52385 · 1779510:07 PM10h23Zurich HB8:30 AMMunich Hbf€391One-way5 transfers- S 9+S62+IC 2385 · 1779510:07 PM10h23Zurich HB8:30 AMMunich Hbf€391One-way5 transfers
- S 9+S62+4744 · 325649:07 PM8h56Zurich HB6:03 AMMunich Hbf€391One-way6 transfers
- RE 4924 · 3061 · 4244 · ICE 5992:05 PM5h05Zurich HB7:10 PMMunich Hbf€431One-way3 transfers
- RE 4928 · 3065 · 32476 · ICE 6914:05 PM5h10Zurich HB9:15 PMMunich Hbf€471One-way3 transfers
- EC 1997:32 PM3h33Zurich HB11:05 PMMunich Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
EC 1997:32 PM3h33Zurich HB11:05 PMMunich Hbf€1151One-way0 transfers- EC 955:35 AM3h45Zurich HB9:20 AMMunich Hbf€561One-way0 transfers
- EC 955:35 AM3h45Zurich HB9:20 AMMunich Hbf€1151One-way0 transfers
- EC 999:32 AM3h48Zurich HB1:20 PMMunich Hbf€801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Munich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, while a flight costs an average of €262.
Distance: 242 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€71 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €262 Average price | €99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Munich:
A bus is €45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Munich costing on average €71.
A bus is €236 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Munich costing on average €262.
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 2m.
Train takes on average 4h 37m.
Live departures
Zurich to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Munich trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 191 | On time 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 3:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 191 | On time 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 3:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 488 · ICE 597 | Delayed 11:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h36 | 3:16 PM 3:16 PMMunich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 4920 · 3057 · 4824 · ICE 597 | Delayed 12:05 PM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 3:16 PM 3:16 PMMunich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 193 | On time 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 5:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 193 | On time 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 5:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 486 · ICE 599 | Delayed 1:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h33 | 5:12 PM 5:12 PMMunich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 4924 · 3061 · 4246 · ICE 599 | Delayed 2:05 PM Zurich HB | 5h05 | 5:12 PM 5:12 PMMunich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 195 | On time 3:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 7:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 195 | On time 3:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 7:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 484 · ICE 691 | On time 3:37 PM Zurich HB | 5h38 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 4928 · 3065 · 32476 · ICE 691 | On time 4:05 PM Zurich HB | 5h10 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 197 | On time 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h50 | 9:22 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 197 | On time 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h50 | 9:22 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 199 | On time 7:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h33 | 11:05 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 199 | On time 7:32 PM Zurich HB | 3h33 | 11:05 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 60402 · ICE 619 | On time 9:59 PM Zurich HB | 8h21 | 6:20 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 12 · 3077 · 4743 · 17795 | On time 10:16 PM Zurich HB | 10h14 | 8:30 AM Munich Hbf | 5 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 12 | |||||
| EC 95 | On time 5:35 AM Zurich HB | 3h45 | 9:20 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 95 | On time 5:35 AM Zurich HB | 3h45 | 9:20 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 803 · Fähre · 32480 · 4240 | On time 6:04 AM Zurich HB | 5h10 | 11:14 AM Munich Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 97 | On time 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 11:20 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 97 | On time 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 11:20 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 388 · ICE 563 | On time 7:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h15 | 12:52 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 4912 · 3049 · 3076 · ICE 593 | On time 8:05 AM Zurich HB | 5h09 | 1:14 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 99 | On time 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 1:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 99 | On time 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h48 | 1:20 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 380 · ICE 565 | On time 9:37 AM Zurich HB | 5h10 | 2:47 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 4916 · 3053 · ICE 216 · ICE 595 | On time 10:05 AM Zurich HB | 5h08 | 3:13 PM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Munich
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Zurich to Munich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, TGV, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, TGV, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Munich 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
TGV
SBB
EuroNight
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Trains from Zurich to Munich
There are up to 15 departures on weekdays on routes from Zurich to Munich although only two of these are direct services. The journey can also be made by different routes that involve one or more connections and in some cases, arrival the following day. There are no direct trains and a reduced service at the weekend. Trains depart from Zurich HB and arrive at Munich Hbf.
Which train companies travel from Zurich to Munich?
Trains to Munich from Zurich are operated by either Deutsche Bahn (DB) the German national rail carrier or BB Railjets. This is an Austrian passenger service with three ticket classes, economy, first and business. All trains are spacious and comfortable with wifi, luggage space, power sockets and bistro-bars.
How long is the train from Zurich to Munich?
Direct trains from Zurich to Munich take just under 5 hours while trains that involve one or more connections can take up to 11 hours, sometimes arriving the following morning. Journey times depend on the number of connections required and the waiting time at transfer stations. Connections are made at places such as Schaffhausen, Tuttlingen, Rosenheim, Ulm and Aulendorf.
How many trains are there from Zurich to Munich?
There are up to 15 departures a day on weekdays including one direct train in the morning and one mid-afternoon. The majority of departures are in the early morning, late afternoon or evening. On Saturdays and Sundays, there are no direct trains and a reduced timetable.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Zurich to Munich?
Departure station:Trains travelling between the two cities depart from Zurich HB, Switzerland's largest station which lies at the centre of a busy transport network. The station is linked to the city centre and suburbs by local buses and trams. Station facilities include a taxi rank, car parking, left luggage storage, wifi, cafes and restaurants.
Arrival station:All trains arrive at Munich Hauptbahnhof which is located just a short walk from the city centre. The station is served by U-Bahn and S-Bahn trains as well as by local buses and taxis. Facilities at the station include car parking, wifi, luggage storage, shops, cafes and restaurants.
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Munich
Most Zurich to Munich trains use the Zürich HB to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Hbf (tief). Use this guide to compare Zurich and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zurich station do trains to Munich leave from?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, 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 Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Stadelhofen from Zurich city centre
Zürich Stadelhofen train station facilities and services
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Getting to Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord train station facilities and services
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
Which Munich station do trains from Zurich 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 Hbf (tief) from Munich city centre
München Hbf (tief) is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
München Hbf (tief) 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 1912, Augustiner-Keller
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior, Le Méridien Munich, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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