The average train between Ruhr and Munich takes 6h 45m and the fastest train takes 5h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Ruhr to Munich. 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 4 times a day between Ruhr and Munich. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ruhr is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Munich at 11:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Duisburg Hbf and take an average of 6h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 26m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ruhr to Munich? 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 Ruhr to Munich. However, there are services departing from Ruhr station and arriving at Munich station via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.
Ruhr to Munich train services, operated by DVG, depart from Duisburg Hbf station.
Ruhr to Munich train services, operated by DVG, arrive at München Hbf station.
The distance between Ruhr and Munich is 506.8 km. The road distance is 639 km.
You can take a vehicle from Duisburg Karlstr. to München Hbf via Duisburg Hbf, Duisburg Hbf, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 5h 59m.