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Austrian Airlines
EUR 80-300Approximately 1h 5m - 1h 10m
Depart: Multiple times daily (e.g., early morning to late evening)Arrive: Varies by departure
Direct flights connecting the two major Central European cities.
Flights depart from Vienna International Airport (VIE) and arrive at Munich International Airport (MUC). Prices can vary significantly based on booking time and demand. Austrian Airlines is a popular choice for this route.
Lufthansa
EUR 85-350Approximately 1h 5m - 1h 10m
Depart: Multiple times dailyArrive: Varies by departure
Direct flights offered by Germany's flag carrier, providing frequent service.
Lufthansa operates numerous daily flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Munich International Airport (MUC). Passengers can expect standard airline services and connections through Lufthansa's hub.
Eurowings
EUR 60-250Approximately 1h - 1h 15m
Depart: Several daily servicesArrive: Varies by departure
Budget-friendly options for direct flights between Vienna and Munich.
Eurowings offers competitive fares for direct flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Munich International Airport (MUC).
Train via
ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways)
EUR 25-1503h 50m - 5h 0m
Depart: Hourly departures (from early morning to late evening)Arrive: Varies by departure
High-speed Railjet and Railjet Xpress services offering comfortable and efficient travel.
Trains typically depart from Vienna Hauptbahnhof (main station) and arrive at Munich Hauptbahnhof (main station). Direct connections are frequently available. ÖBB also offers Nightjet sleeper services for overnight travel.
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
EUR 30-1503h 55m - 5h 30m
Depart: Multiple services dailyArrive: Varies by departure
German national railway operating high-speed ICE, EC, and IC trains on this route.
DB trains connect Vienna Hauptbahnhof with Munich Hauptbahnhof, with many direct options. Booking in advance is recommended for better fares.
WESTbahn
EUR 30-110Approximately 3h 52m - 4h 30m
Depart: Several services dailyArrive: Varies by departure
Private train operator providing services between Vienna and Munich.
WESTbahn services typically depart from Vienna Westbahnhof and arrive at Munich Ost.
Bus via
FlixBus
EUR 18-45Approximately 5h 0m - 6h 30m
Depart: Multiple times daily (e.g., up to 14-20+ departures)Arrive: Varies by departure
A popular budget-friendly bus operator with frequent direct services.
FlixBus buses often depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) or Erdberg, and arrive at Munich Central Bus Station (ZOB Hackerbrücke). Wi-Fi and power outlets are typically available.
RegioJet
EUR 20-50Approximately 5h 0m - 7h 0m
Depart: Several daily departuresArrive: Varies by departure
Czech bus and train operator offering competitive prices for the route.
RegioJet buses usually depart from stations like Vienna Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) or Erdberg and arrive at Munich Central Bus Station.
BlaBlaCar Bus
EUR 25-40Approximately 5h 0m - 6h 0m
Depart: Several daily departuresArrive: Varies by departure
Another option for bus travel, often providing direct connections.
BlaBlaCar Bus offers services between Vienna and Munich, often using central bus stations.
Drive via
Self-drive
Fuel cost: EUR 45-55 (estimate)Approximately 4h 0m - 4h 30m
Depart: FlexibleArrive: Flexible
Driving offers flexibility and the opportunity to explore scenic routes at your own pace.
The driving distance is approximately 400-430 km. An Austrian motorway vignette is required for highway travel in Austria. Fuel prices are generally lower in Austria than in Germany. There are no general tolls for passenger cars on German Autobahns.
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