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How to take the newly improved rail journey from Zurich to Munich/München
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Zürich / Zurich to München / Munich by train
Thanks to recently completed major construction work, including a new station in Germany, and the introduction of sleek tilting trains, there has never been such a fabulous rail service between Zurich and München/Munich.
Connect in München hbf for destinations in Germany without direct trains from Switzerland including Augsburg, Nurnberg and Leipzig.
Routes you can take to go from Zürich / Zurich to München / Munich
When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.
Choose one of the following options:
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Route Information
Station Guides
Travel Time (approx)
3hr 32min
Frequency
Daily
Travel Info
Mon to Sat = 8 x trains per day
Sat/Sunday = 7 x trains
Is this journey from Zurich to Munich / München direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.
Is the journey scenic?
it is pleasant, but not exceptional
What other tourist locations are along the route from Zurich to Munich / München?
Bregenz and Lindau
When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at München hbf on this journey option?
- Before 09:10 on Monday to Saturday
- Before 11:10 on Sunday
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy is it to travel on from the station in Munich?
Frequent local (S-Bahn) trains travel on to the city centre and multiple tram and metro lines are also available - See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in its neighbourhood.d.
When is the usual approximate latest departure from Zurich to Munich / München on this journey option
After 19:30 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy is it to get to the station in Zurich?
Zurich HB is at the northern edge of the heart of the city, the old town area is within a 10min walk and more than a dozen routes / lines use the two sets of tram stops.
See the Station Guide for more info, plus easy access to booking accommodation in its neighbourhood.
Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Zurich to Munich) trains?
Yes
How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Zurich to Munich trains?
Typically up to 6 months ahead of the travel date; though this period of time can be shorter, particularly when searching for journeys more than three months ahead during October and March.
What are the child ticket terms for these Zurich to Munich trains?
- Children aged 5 or younger travel free of charge.
- Up to four children aged 6-14 and travelling with a person aged 15 and travel free or charge - see the Ticket Guide for more info.
Does the ticket for these Zurich to Munich trains include assigned seats?
They are included for travel between June 1st and September 1st.
At other times of year, seats are only assigned when booking the most expensive types of ticket = Flexpreise tickets for travel in 1st class; Reservations are available, but optional when travelling with any other type of ticket.
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train
Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Zurich to Munich trains?
It is mandatory from June 1st to September 1st, but it is optional at the other times of year.
Though due to the length of the journey, ShowMeTheJourney recommends making the reservations regardless - see the rail pass reservation guides to Austria and Switzerland for info on the multiple booking options.
Is catering available on the Zurich to Munich trains?
Yes, there is a bar/bistro car and a restaurant
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.
What else is good to know about Swiss rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in Switzerland.
What else is good to know about German rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in Germany.
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