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The average train time from Munich to Paris is 9h 33m, although it can take 6h 16m on the fastest rail services. As there are no direct trains from Munich to Paris, you'll need to make a minimum of 1 change during the journey, usually in Stuttgart.
Taking the train from Munich to Paris is a comfortable and convenient option. Get off at Paris Gare de l'Est station and you’ll find yourself close to some of the most iconic landmarks in the City of Lights.
Sure, a plane journey may seem quicker at first. But the entire trip, including travelling to and from airports and waiting in lengthy security checks would be considerably more tiring. Instead, sit back on a high-speed TGV train operated by French national carrier SNCF and enjoy free WiFi, a well-stocked food carriage, and picturesque views along the way. Take your train journey to the next level by booking First Class tickets for extra added comfort.
Interested? Read on for all the information you need for the train route from Munich to Paris, including FAQs and train times.
| First train | 00:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:28 | |
| Departure station | Munich Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Paris | |
| Journey time | From 5h 22m | |
| Distance | 424 miles (683 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £46.15 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, Flixbus, SNCF Voyageurs, ÖBB |
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.
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.
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