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Taking the train from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf in 5 hours 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 1 minute to travel the 424 miles (682 km) from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You can travel on this route with either DB, ÖBB or TGV Lyria. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf start from £49.38 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Munich Hbf? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Trains to Munich Hbf from Paris Gare de l’Est
It takes an average of 7h 1m 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 travelling from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf and tickets for this journey start from £49.38 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:41 | |
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| Last train | 20:25 | |
| 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 £49.38 | |
| 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?
Want to know more about your journey from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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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.
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- Railjet /
- Nightjet /
- Trains in Austria
What Westbahn and TGV Lyria classes are there from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Westbahn and TGV Lyria when travelling from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf.
Westbahn
TGV Lyria
Standard
Westbahn's Standard Class offers comfort at a great price. Enjoy free WiFi and a bar/restaurant carriage with plenty of snacks and drinks.
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Trolley service
- Extra luggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
Comfort
Enjoy comfy leather seats and a large space for your luggage in Comfort Class. Hungry? Take advantage of the catering trolley with a large offering of snacks and drinks.
- Free WiFi
- Power sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Trolley service
- Extra luggage
- 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 sockets
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Trolley service
- Extra luggage
- Leather seats
- More legroom
Standard
TGV Lyria’s Standard Class offers comfortable seats and access to the dining car, perfect for an economical trip in comfort.
- Free WiFi
- Luggage storage
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Power sockets
- More legroom
- Quiet area
- Full ticket flexibility
- Welcome service
- Complimentary meal at seat
- Unlimited drinks
Première
When travelling 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
- Luggage storage
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Power sockets
- More legroom
- Quiet area
- Full ticket flexibility
- Welcome service
- Complimentary meal at seat
- 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
- Luggage storage
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Power sockets
- More legroom
- Quiet area
- Full ticket flexibility (1)
- Welcome service
- Complimentary meal at seat
- Unlimited drinks
- (1) Check conditions when selecting the ticket.
What are the onboard services on Westbahn and TGV Lyria?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Paris Gare de l’Est to Munich Hbf.
Westbahn
TGV Lyria
What luggage limits are there? | In general, there is no limit to your luggage on Westbahn trains. However, a member of staff is authorised to charge a €5 supplement for bulky luggage or starting from a third piece of luggage. On Westbahn trains, you'll find a luggage rack in the lower deck of each carriage, 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 carriage (Westcafé) where you can buy hot and cold drinks, snacks, salads, and sandwiches. You can then eat or drink in the bar carriage 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 travelling in Westbahn’s First Class, an at-seat catering 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 uninterruptedly during your journey. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | Children 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 travelling 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 coach 400 in the middle of the train. This coach is designed for the needs of people with reduced mobility – it offers a wider aisle than the other coaches, 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. |
What luggage limits are there? | You can take luggage 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 carriage or at your seat, with a Standard or Première 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 carriages 6, 16, 7 or 17 in Standard (Second Class). This is a set of four seats facing one another, with space for a pushchair. You will also find baby changing facilities, including a baby changing table on the upper deck of carriages 7 and 17, and the lower deck of carriages 1 and 11.
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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. Pets must be placed on your lap or by your feet and must travel with their own ticket at a flat rate of €7. Dogs on a lead 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. |
What special assistance is available? | 2 seats in carriages 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. |
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 discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.