The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Munich
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Munich will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $28.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leipzig for Munich every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.
ICE 699
ICE 701
ICE 701 · ICE 1003
ICE 507
ICE 703
ICE 701 · ICE 1003
ICE 703
ICE 507
ICE 701
ICE 699Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 coach costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $183.
Distance: 361 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$137 Average Price | $43 Average Price Cheapest | $482 Average Price |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Munich train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:55 pm Leipzig | 8h33 | 5:28 am Munich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:37 pm Leipzig | 8h03 | 5:40 am Munich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 5 November | |||||
ICE 701 | On time 7:48 am Leipzig Hbf | 3h54 | 11:42 am Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 701 · ICE 1003 | On time 7:48 am Leipzig Hbf | 3h14 | 11:02 am Munich Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 703 | On time 9:48 am Leipzig Hbf | 3h14 | 1:02 pm Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 507 | On time 10:48 am Leipzig Hbf | 3h16 | 2:04 pm Munich Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Munich
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Alex from Leipzig to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Alex trains will get you between Leipzig and Munich from $27. 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.
Alex
FAQs: Leipzig to Munich train

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leipzig Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Munich Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and 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
- Call a Pizza
- Gaststätte Zum Oststern
- Deutscher Hof
- Achilles
- Gosenschenke "Ohne Bedenken"
- Lutherburg
- Cafe Krüger
- Papa John's
- Cafe Knauthain - Pizzeria
- Papa John's
- Eiscafé Florenz
- Gaststätte Volksgesundung
- Biroya
- Cơm Quê
- Abtnaundorfer Hof
- Eiscafé am Bagger
- Bistro Präg
- Dönerhaus
- Grand Canyon
- Graf Zeppelin
- Glücksboot Asia-Erlebnisgastronomie
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Marriott
- Capri by Fraser
- El-Amir
- Pata Negra
- Shams Bistro
- China White
- Dorint Hotel Leipzig
- Adagio
- SchlafGut AppartementHotel
- Gwuni Mopera
- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
- Cơm Quê
- Abtnaundorfer Hof
- Salehs Bistro
- Bistro Oriental
- 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.
- 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
- Augustiner Bräustuben
- Lenz
- Das Bad
- Subway
- Theresienhöhe
- Hotel Schweiz
- Hotel Uhland
- Germania
- Ratskeller
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Ratskeller
- Klenze 17
- Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
- Burger King
- Unsöld's Factory Hotel
- Hotel Domus
- Hotel Mercure München Altstadt
- Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude
- Haidhauser Augustiner
- Tassilogarten
- Speiserei Volksbad
- Mitani
- Novotel München City
- Hilton Munich City
- MOMA1890
- Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum
- 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
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans
- Orexi Taverna
- Guenstigwohnen24.de
- Jagdschloss Residenz
- Hotel Miano
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