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How to Get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Munich Hauptbahnhof

Munich Airport (MUC) lies 38.2 km north-east of Munich Hauptbahnhof. Private transfers and taxis take about 33–35 minutes, while the S-Bahn and Lufthansa Express Bus take 40–45 minutes.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 38.2 km road distance

Private Transfer

Recommended
33 mins •On Demand
€96 - €130 Per Vehicle
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Meet your driver in the arrivals hall after baggage claim, holding a name sign.
  2. Confirm the fixed price and destination Munich Hauptbahnhof before leaving.
  3. Ride directly to the station entrance on Arnulfstraße or Bayerstraße.
  4. Arrive at Munich Hauptbahnhof in about 33 minutes without heavy traffic.
  5. Pay by card or cash as agreed with the provider.
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Official Airport Taxi

Fixed fare to Hauptbahnhof
35 mins •On Demand
€96 Fixed (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit arrivals at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 and follow signs to the official taxi rank.
  2. Join the queue at the rank; do not accept rides from touts inside the terminal.
  3. Tell the driver 'Munich Hauptbahnhof' and confirm the fixed fare of about €96.
  4. Ask if the driver accepts card payment before departure.
  5. Arrive at the station; journey is about 35 minutes, longer in rush hour.

Lufthansa Express Bus

Direct to Hauptbahnhof
45 mins •Every 20 Mins Daily
€12.50 - €13.50 One Way
Luggage: Luggage space available
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the Lufthansa Express Bus stop at Terminal 2, Terminal 1B, MAC or Terminal 1D.
  2. Buy a ticket online (about €12.50) or from the driver (about €13.50); MVV tickets are not valid.
  3. Board the bus towards Munich Hauptbahnhof (Arnulfstraße, north side).
  4. Stay on until the final stop at Munich Hauptbahnhof; journey takes about 45 minutes.
  5. Walk into the station from Arnulfstraße.

S-Bahn S1 or S8 (MVV)

Frequent Service
40 mins •Every 10 Mins Combined
€15.10 Single / €17.50 Day Ticket
Luggage: No racks, okay outside rush hour
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs to the underground S-Bahn station 'Flughafen München' beneath the MAC between terminals.
  2. Buy an MVV ticket for zones M–5 (single €15.10 or Airport-City-Day-Ticket €17.50) at the machine or in the MVV app.
  3. Validate paper tickets before boarding.
  4. Take S1 (via Moosach) or S8 (via Ostbahnhof) towards the city centre.
  5. Get off at Munich Hauptbahnhof after about 40–45 minutes.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official taxi rank outside arrivals; ignore touts offering rides inside the terminal.
  • Make sure the taxi meter is used for non-fixed destinations, or agree the fixed fare to Hauptbahnhof before departure.
  • Lufthansa Express Bus does not accept MVV tickets; buy its own ticket online or from the driver.
  • Validate paper S-Bahn tickets before boarding; ticket inspectors issue fines for unstamped tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Munich Airport to Munich Hauptbahnhof?

The Lufthansa Express Bus one-way online is about €12.50 per person; the S-Bahn single ticket is €15.10. For two or more travellers, the MVV group Airport-City-Day-Ticket at about €32.60 may be the best value.

How long does it take from MUC to Munich Hauptbahnhof?

Taxis and private transfers take about 33–45 minutes. The S-Bahn takes about 40–45 minutes, and the Lufthansa Express Bus about 45 minutes, though traffic and engineering works can affect times.

Is there a direct train from Munich Airport to Hauptbahnhof?

Yes, S-Bahn lines S1 and S8 run directly from the airport station to Hauptbahnhof about every 20 minutes each. The airport S-Bahn station is under the Munich Airport Center between the terminals.

What is the taxi fare from MUC to Hauptbahnhof?

The fixed taxi fare is about €96 to the Hauptbahnhof zone. Metered city-centre trips are roughly €90–110; always confirm the fare with the driver before leaving.

Can I pay by card on S-Bahn and buses?

Ticket machines accept cash, girocard and credit cards, and the MVV app supports card payment. Taxi drivers mostly accept cards but ask before departure.

Is the Lufthansa Express Bus 24/7?

No, it runs daily every 20 minutes from roughly 06:25 to 22:25 from Terminal 2. S-Bahn S8 runs 24/7 and S1 also runs all night on weekends and holidays.

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