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Travel by train from London to Munich
Talk about a relaxing way to travel and a memorable rail experience. Choose to take the train from London to Munich and bask in the beauty of the scenic countryside route along the way. Whilst flying may be quicker, you’ll be able to take more luggage, sit in more comfortable seating, and see more of the countries you’re travelling through when you take the train. Plus, you’ll arrive right into the centre of Munich, so you’re perfectly placed to head straight to your hotel once you arrive.
As there are no direct train services from London to Munich, you may have to make a couple of changes, but that won't cause much trouble, as you’ll travel on high-speed Eurostar, SNCF and Deutsche Bahn trains along the way. The journey takes around nine hours in total, and it a great opportunity to stop along the way in France if you fancy it. It’s also a much eco-friendlier option than flying if you want to take your time travelling from one capital city to another.
Ready to book? Start your search for times and tickets in our Journey Planner at the top of the page or keep reading for FAQs about the journey from London to Munich by train.
London to Munich by train
It takes an average of 10h 35m to travel from London to Munich by train, over a distance of around 568 miles (913 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from London to Munich and tickets for this journey start from £110.12 when you book in advance.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Munich
Want to know more about your journey from London to Munich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Munich
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from London to Munich by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.