Can I buy train tickets at Munich Airport?

The train station is located in the central area (indicated by a Z) between terminal 1 and terminal 2. There is a manned counter where you can buy tickets at the top of the escalators which go down to the tracks in the central area. You can also buy tickets at one of the ticket machines there.



Yes, you can easily buy train tickets at Munich Airport (MUC), and it is the most efficient way to reach the city center. There is a massive Deutsche Bahn (DB) Travel Center and numerous automated "red" ticket machines located in the MAC (Munich Airport Center) between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The most popular ticket for arrivals is the "Airport-City-Day-Ticket," which costs approximately 16.00 Euro and allows for unlimited travel on all S-Bahn, U-Bahn, buses, and trams in the Munich "M-Zone" until 6:00 AM the following day. The airport is served by two S-Bahn lines, the S1 and S8, which depart every 10 minutes and take about 40 minutes to reach the "Hauptbahnhof" (Central Station). In 2026, the machines accept all major credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. If you are traveling further into Germany or to Austria, you can also buy "long-distance" ICE (InterCity Express) tickets at these same kiosks, although you will usually need to take the S-Bahn to the main station first to catch those high-speed trains.

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The single ticket costs € 16 ( US$ 17.10) and the ticket valid for a group of up to 5 people costs € 29.80 ( US$ 31.90). You can buy these tickets at all ticket machines at the airport and at most S-Bahn stations: select MVV Münchner Verkehrs- and Tarifverbund and then Airport-City Day Ticket.

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A single ticket for the direct route from Munich Airport to the city costs just €11.50 and if you buy it online, you'll pay just €11. If you're planning on using the service to return to the airport at the end of your trip, you can save money buy purchasing a round-trip ticket, costing €18.50.

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Onboard. In most circumstances, you must purchase a ticket before you board a train. On most Amtrak trains, only the full, undiscounted, unrestricted fare will be available for purchase onboard the train. This is regardless of reservations made or fares previously quoted by ticket agents, Amtrak.com or elsewhere.

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In most circumstances, you must purchase a ticket before you board a train. On most Amtrak trains, only the full, undiscounted, unrestricted fare will be available for purchase onboard the train. This is regardless of reservations made or fares previously quoted by ticket agents, Amtrak.com or elsewhere.

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While Munich airport guidelines indicate a minimum time of 40 minutes to make a connection, a better option is to choose itineraries with a layover of at least 60 to 75 minutes to account for any flight delays or if you are flying outside of the same air alliance.

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The bus transfer service is a great option for those who want to save money and avoid the hassle of navigating public transportation. One of the most popular bus services at Munich Airport is the Lufthansa Express Bus.

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Terminal 2 It is used by Lufthansa, the Star Alliance and other partners of Lufthansa. Gates K and L in T2 satellite can be reached by means of an underground passenger transport system.

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Transfer between terminals: The Munich Airport Centre connects Terminal 1 with Terminal 2, which is a 10 minute walk away. There is also a shuttle service between the terminals which runs every 15 minutes.

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Uber rides are generally cheaper than normal taxi services. An UberX car can pick you up in ~5 min at Munich Airport. The estimated Uber from Munich Airport to central Munich, Central Station or directly to your accommodation is around 80-90 €.

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Hbf – Hauptbahnhof, the main or central station of a town or city.

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Reserve Early. The earlier you book your tickets, the more likely you are to get the lowest fare available for the dates you want on the routes along your journey. You may book your travel up to 11 months in advance.

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