What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Berlin?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Berlin is to rideshare which costs €22 - €50 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Berlin?

The fastest way to get from Munich to Berlin is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs €80 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Munich to Berlin?

The distance between Munich and Berlin is 616 km. The road distance is 585.4 km.

How do I travel from Munich to Berlin without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €110 - €460.

How long does it take to get from Munich to Berlin?

The train from München Hbf to Berlin Hbf takes 4h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Munich to Berlin bus from?

Munich to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Berlin train from?

Munich to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Munich to Berlin?

The best way to get from Munich to Berlin is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €110 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 7h 40m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €220 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Munich to Berlin bus arrive?

Munich to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Munich to Berlin train arrive?

Munich to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Munich to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Berlin is 585 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Munich to Berlin.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich to Berlin?

Book your Munich to Berlin train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Munich to Berlin?

Book your Munich to Berlin bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2691+ hotels available in Berlin.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Berlin?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich and Berlin. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Munich to Berlin by train, bus, car, plane, car train, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 29 / ...
4h 3m
€110–460
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Berlinrideshare 583.4 km
6h 5m
€22–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N1385 / ...
7h 40m
€45–85
Drive 585.4 km
1. Drive from Munich to Berlincar 585.4 km
5h 1m
€84–121
Fly
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane MUC - BER
3h 18m
€80–212
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 29 / ...
4h 22m
€111–467
Car train, drive
1. Take the car train from München Ost to Magdeburg Hbfcartrain Uex 2026
2. Drive from Magdeburg Hbf to Berlincar
7h 47m
€120–148

Munich to Berlin by train

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Distance: 615.8 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Berlin, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Berlin Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €110–460 and the journey takes 4h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof 5 times a day. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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