Route guide

Paris → Munich

684 km · France to Germany · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €26+ by bus

How to travel from Paris to Munich

There are 4 ways to travel between Paris and Munich — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€56–163

Duration: 5h 42m

via ICE, TGV inOui

~10 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€26–68

Duration: 9h 47m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€62–202

Duration: 3h 25m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~107 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€82–151

Duration: 7h 36m

~116 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Paris and Munich highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 684 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from France into Germany. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Paris to Munich — every option in detail

Paris to Munich by train

Trains link Paris (France) and Munich (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 5h 42m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include ICE, TGV inOui.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €56 to €163. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 10 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 107 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~97 kg on this distance.

Paris to Munich by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Paris and Munich with a typical journey of 9h 47m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €26 when booked in advance, rising to €68 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Paris to Munich by flight

Flights between Paris and Munich take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 25m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €62–202. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 107 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Paris to Munich by car

The driving distance from Paris to Munich is approximately 787 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 7h 36m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €82–151 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Germany border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 116 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Paris and Munich is approximately 684 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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