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About the train journey from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf
Want to travel from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf by train? Start your journey with us.
The train from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf usually takes 6 hours 28 minutes on average to travel 682 km, although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 20 minutes. You can expect to find 15 trains per day running on this popular route. Good news! There are direct trains available to Munich Hbf, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey. You can choose to travel with DB, ÖBB or TGV Lyria to get to Munich Hbf. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from $61.60.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Munich Hbf, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf by train
It takes an average of 6h 28m to travel from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf by train, over a distance of around 424 miles (682 km). There are normally 15 trains per day traveling from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf and tickets for this journey start from $61.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 6:41 am | |
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| Last train | 8:25 pm | |
| Departure station | Paris Gare de l’Est | |
| Arrival station | Munich Hbf | |
| Journey time | From 5h 20m | |
| Distance | 424 miles (682 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $61.60 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, Flixbus, SNCF Voyageurs, TGV Lyria, Westbahn, ÖBB |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf?
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TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB trains from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf
TGV Lyria
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
TGV Lyria links France to Switzerland and can travel at a maximum speed of 200 mph (320 km/h). Resulting from the collaboration between SNCF and SBB, TGV Lyria has three comfort classes on all trains. Standard (equivalent to the Second Class TGV, with comfortable seats), Standard 1ère (with more legroom and access to the SNCF show Grand Voyageur at the Gare de Lyon in Paris) and Business 1ère (available all week except Saturday, on some lines only).
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The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
What TGV Lyria and Westbahn classes are there from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf?
Compare the different travel classes offered by TGV Lyria and Westbahn when traveling from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf.
TGV Lyria
Westbahn
Standard Class
TGV Lyria’s Standard Class offers comfortable seats and access to the dining car, perfect for an economical trip in comfort.
- Free WiFi
- Baggage storage
- Dining car
- Power outlets
- More legroom
- Quiet area
- Full ticket flexibility
- Welcome service
- Complimentary in-seat meal
- Unlimited drinks
Première
When traveling in Première with TGV Lyria, you will have additional legroom, the comfort of a First Class seat, as well as food sold at your seat.
- Free WiFi
- Baggage storage
- Dining car
- Power outlets
- More legroom
- Quiet area
- Full ticket flexibility
- Welcome service
- Complimentary in-seat meal
- Unlimited drinks
Première Signature
If you prefer to travel in style, upgrade to Première Signature Class and enjoy a welcome drink, a meal on board and much more.
- Free WiFi
- Baggage storage
- Dining car
- Power outlets
- More legroom
- Quiet area
- Full ticket flexibility (1)
- Welcome service
- Complimentary in-seat meal
- Unlimited drinks
- (1) Check conditions when selecting the ticket.
Standard
Westbahn's Standard Class offers comfort at a great price. Enjoy free WiFi and a dining car with plenty of snacks and drinks.
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- Dining car
- Fold-down table
- Baggage storage
- Food and drink cart
- Extra baggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
Comfort
Enjoy comfortable leather seats and plenty of baggage storage in Comfort Class. Hungry? Take advantage of the catering trolley with a large offering of snacks and drinks.
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- Dining car
- Fold-down table
- Baggage storage
- Food and drink cart
- Extra baggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
First Class
Why not upgrade to Westbahn's First Class? Take advantage of more legroom and delicious food served at your seat.
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- Dining car
- Fold-down table
- Baggage storage
- Food and drink cart
- Extra baggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
What are the onboard services on TGV Lyria and Westbahn?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf.
TGV Lyria
Westbahn
What baggage limits are there? | You can take baggage on board TGV Lyria trains without worrying about weight restrictions, so long as you're able to carry it yourself. |
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What food and drink is available? | There are two refreshment options on board TGV Lyria trains: Le Bistrot: Available in the café-bar car or at your seat, with a Standard or Standard Première TGV Lyria ticket. La Table: A French-Swiss dining experience available with a Première Signature TGV Lyria ticket. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | Free WiFi is available on board. To get online, connect to the network _WIFI_LYRIA when you're on the train and go to the TGV Lyria Portal in your browser. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | Families can reserve two different areas on the train: The Family Square, located in cars 6, 16, 7 or 17 in Standard (Second Class). This is a set of four seats facing one another, with space for a stroller. You will also find baby changing facilities, including a baby changing table on the upper deck of cars 7 and 17, and the lower deck of cars 1 and 11. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | Bikes are allowed on board, so long as they're folded or their wheels are detached. Bikes must also be placed in suitable storage cases (no larger than 130 x 90 cm). |
Can I bring pets on board? | Small pets may travel with TGV Lyria, as long as they are carried in a carrier or container no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm (15.7” x 11.8” x 9.84”). Pets must be placed on your lap or by your feet and must travel with their own ticket at a flat rate of €7 ($7.63). Dogs on a leash may travel on TGV Lyria trains, but they must be muzzled throughout the journey and placed by your feet. Passengers must pay a flat-rate ticket fee of €20 ($21.79). |
What special assistance is available? | 2 seats in cars 1 or 11 in First Class are reserved for passengers with reduced mobility. You can request one of these seats when making your booking. If these spaces are no longer available, you can reserve a standard seat. You can also reserve assistance at the train station for help folding and storing your wheelchair. |
What else do I need to know? | You can travel with musical instruments if they're stored in a case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. If you're going skiing, snowboards and skis are allowed on board (one pair of skis or one snowboard per person). They must be stored in their covers. |
What baggage limits are there? | In general, there is no limit to your baggage on Westbahn trains. However, a member of staff is authorized to charge a €5 supplement for bulky baggage or starting from a third piece of luggage. On Westbahn trains, you'll find a luggage rack in the lower deck of each car, so that you can secure your suitcase or bag with a metal band. You can unlock the corresponding lock by using a €1 coin which will be returned to you at the end of your journey. |
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What food and drink is available? | All Westbahn trains have a bar car (Westcafé) where you can buy hot and cold drinks, snacks, salads, and sandwiches. You can then eat or drink in the bar car or take your drink or snack back to your seat. Alternatively, you can buy snacks or drinks from the self-service vending machines available on board. If you’re traveling in Westbahn’s First Class, an in-seat meal service is available, meaning that your meal of choice will be served straight to your seat. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | Westbahn do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, they do have free WiFi - simply log into Westlan and use the internet throughout your journey.
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What facilities are there for travel with children? | Kids under the age of 6 travel for free and don’t need a ticket. Children between the age of 6 and 15 pay €2 if they're with a full-paying adult or get a half-price ticket if they're traveling alone. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to pay a supplement of €4.90, €6.90 or €9.90 to take your bike on your Westbahn train, depending on your chosen route. If you don’t book your bike space online prior to departure, you’ll need to pay an additional fee of €5.10. Please note that trains with high passenger demand don’t always allow space for bikes and bike reservations are excluded from specific train services. Folding bikes and e-scooters can be stored free of charge. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Small pets can travel on all Westbahn trains free of charge, provided they’re in a carrier or cage. You’ll need to pay €2 for pets that are kept on a leash or are equipped with a muzzle. Westbahn staff can refuse entry to any dangerous pets without a leash and muzzle. Pets and pet carriers must not occupy seats, otherwise a full-priced ticket will be charged. Registered guide and assistance dogs are excluded from this regulation. |
What special assistance is available? | Westbahn trains have step-free access. If you travel with a wheelchair or a stroller, we recommend using car 400 in the middle of the train. This car is designed for the needs of people with reduced mobility – it offers a wider aisle than the other cars, two bookable wheelchair spaces, and access to a PRM toilet with baby-changing facilities. Please note that Westbahn’s wheelchair spaces cannot be reserved for strollers. |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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