The average train between Munich and Helmstedt takes 6h 14m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Munich to Helmstedt. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Munich and Helmstedt. The earliest departure is at 5:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Munich is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Helmstedt at 9:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Halle(Saale)Hbf and take an average of 6h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Munich to Helmstedt? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Munich to Helmstedt. However, there are services departing from Munich station and arriving at Helmstedt station via Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.
Munich to Helmstedt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.
Munich to Helmstedt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Helmstedt, Bahnhof station.
Book your Munich to Helmstedt train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Munich and Helmstedt is 456.6 km. The road distance is 585 km.
You can take a train from München Hbf to Helmstedt, Bahnhof via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Magdeburg Hbf in around 5h 7m.