Munich has just one main station, a large modern station known as Munich Hauptbahnhof and used by almost all trains serving the city. Hauptbahnhof simply means main station and it's often abbreviated to Hbf.

In 2026, Munich’s primary railway hub is officially known as München Hauptbahnhof, frequently abbreviated as München Hbf. In English-speaking contexts, it is commonly referred to as Munich Central Station or Munich Main Station. As of early 2026, the station remains a major construction zone as part of the massive "Second Trunk Line" (Zweite Stammstrecke) project, which aims to improve S-Bahn frequency across the city. Despite the ongoing renovations to the main entrance building, the station continues to function as a terminal (Kopfbahnhof) with 32 platforms. It serves as a vital node for high-speed ICE (Intercity-Express) trains connecting Munich to Berlin, Paris, and Vienna. For travelers in 2026, it is important to note that the station is split into different sections: the main hall for long-distance trains, and the underground "tunnels" for the S-Bahn and U-Bahn (U1, U2, U4, U5) lines, making it one of the busiest and most complex transit points in Germany.