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How to Get from Munich Airport (MUC) to English Garden

Munich Airport (MUC) lies 35.2 km northeast of the English Garden. Depending on traffic and waiting times, the journey takes from about 28 minutes by road to roughly 60 minutes by public transport.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 35.2 km road distance

Private Transfer to English Garden

Recommended
28 mins •On Demand
€79 - €99 (Fixed Price + Meet & Greet)
Luggage: 3 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After baggage claim, follow signs for Meet & Greet drivers in the Arrivals hall of Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.
  2. Meet your driver holding a name board near the Arrivals exit or the agreed pick-up point.
  3. Confirm the fixed price and destination: English Garden, Munich (e.g. Chinesischer Turm or Seehaus entrance).
  4. Take the A92/A9 motorway toward Munich city centre, exiting for Schwabing/Freimann.
  5. Driver drops you at the park entrance nearest your chosen sight.
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Official Munich Airport Taxi

Official Taxi
35 mins •Available 24/7
€90 - €110 (Metered)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the official taxi ranks outside T1 or T2 Arrivals.
  2. Use only the official rank and ignore touts inside the terminal.
  3. Tell the driver you want the English Garden, near Chinesischer Turm, and ask if card payment is accepted.
  4. Journey is 35.2 km: about 28 min without traffic, 35–45 min in rush hour.
  5. Ask the driver to run the meter or agree a fixed fare before departure.

Lufthansa Express Bus to Schwabing

Direct Bus
45 mins •Every 20 Mins (Daily)
About €13 One Way (Extra City U-Bahn if Used)
Luggage: Normal Luggage Allowed
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, follow Lufthansa Express Bus signs to the stop at Terminal 2, Terminal 1B, MAC or Terminal 1D.
  2. Buy a ticket online in advance or from the driver for about €13 one way; MVV tickets are not valid.
  3. Board the bus toward Munich Hauptbahnhof and sit near the luggage area.
  4. Alight at Schwabing/Nordfriedhof after about 25 minutes.
  5. Walk south about 10–15 minutes into the park, or take U-Bahn U6 one stop to Universität/Giselastraße.

S-Bahn (S1/S8) + U-Bahn (U3/U6) to English Garden

Most Frequent
60 mins •Every 10 Mins (Combined S-Bahn)
€15.10 Single / €17.50 Day
Luggage: No Racks, OK Off-Peak
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the S-Bahn station 'Flughafen München' underneath the MAC, between T1 and T2.
  2. Buy an MVV single ticket for zones M–5 (about €15.10) or an Airport-City-Day-Ticket (€17.50) at a machine or in the MVV app.
  3. Take S1 or S8 toward the city centre to Marienplatz (about 40–45 min).
  4. At Marienplatz, change to U-Bahn U3 or U6 northbound and alight at Universität, Giselastraße or Münchner Freiheit.
  5. Walk 5–15 minutes from the U-Bahn station into the English Garden.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only official taxi ranks outside Arrivals; ignore touts inside the terminal who offer 'cheap' rides.
  • Make sure the taxi meter starts at €5.90 or agree a fixed fare before departing to the English Garden.
  • MVV tickets are not valid on the Lufthansa Express Bus, so buy a separate bus ticket or face a penalty fare.
  • Stamp paper MVV tickets at the S-Bahn platform before boarding to avoid a penalty fare.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Munich Airport to the English Garden?

The Lufthansa Express Bus to Schwabing/Nordfriedhof costs about €13 one way; from there you can walk or take one U-Bahn stop. A standard MVV single ticket from the airport (zones M–5) costs about €15.10 and covers S-Bahn plus U-Bahn.

How long does it take from MUC to the English Garden?

By car or taxi the drive takes about 28 minutes without traffic, but allow up to 45 minutes at rush hour. The Lufthansa Express Bus reaches Schwabing in about 25 minutes, while S-Bahn plus U-Bahn takes about 60 minutes door to gate.

Are taxis available all night from Munich Airport?

Yes, official taxi ranks outside Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 operate around the clock. A metered ride to the English Garden area typically costs €90–€110, and most drivers accept cards if you ask before departure.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or official taxi is easiest for door-to-door comfort and luggage. For budget travel, the group Airport-City-Day-Ticket for up to five adults costs about €32.60 and covers all S-Bahn/U-Bahn trips.

Is the Lufthansa Express Bus direct to the English Garden?

No, the bus stops at Schwabing/Nordfriedhof on the edge of the park. You then walk about 10–15 minutes or take U-Bahn line U6 one stop to Universität or Giselastraße.

Do I need to validate my S-Bahn ticket?

Yes, paper MVV tickets must be stamped at the validation machines before boarding the S-Bahn. Tickets bought in the MVV app are already validated and do not need stamping.

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