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How to Get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Theresienwiese (Oktoberfest)

Munich Airport is about 39 km northeast of Theresienwiese (Oktoberfest). Depending on the option, the journey takes 35 minutes by car or 50-60 minutes by bus or train.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 39.4 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Recommended
35 mins •On Request (Pre-Booked)
From €110 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 1 Piece Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After landing, follow signs for Arrivals and exit into the public area.
  2. Meet your pre-booked driver at the designated meeting point; they hold a name board.
  3. Board the vehicle and ride directly to Theresienwiese (Oktoberfest).
  4. Driver drops you at the nearest vehicle access point to the festival entrance.
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Official Airport Taxi

Direct
35 mins •Available 24/7 at Ranks
€90 - €110 (Metered)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs for Taxi to the official rank outside Arrivals at Terminal 1 or 2.
  2. Tell the driver you want to go to Theresienwiese (Oktoberfest); ask for meter or agreed fixed price.
  3. The route takes about 35-45 minutes depending on traffic.
  4. Confirm the driver accepts card or pay in cash.

Lufthansa Express Bus

Cheapest
60 mins •Every 20 Minutes
About €13 / Person
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and follow signs to the Lufthansa Express Bus stop at Terminal 2, 1B, MAC or 1D.
  2. Buy a ticket online or from the driver (about €13; MVV tickets are not valid).
  3. Ride to Munich Hauptbahnhof (about 45 min).
  4. At Hauptbahnhof, walk 15 minutes to Theresienwiese, or take U4/U5 one stop (buy a Zone M ticket).

S-Bahn S1/S8 + U4/U5

Budget Option
60 mins •Every 10 Minutes (S1/S8 Combined)
€15.10 / Person
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free (No Racks)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Walk to the S-Bahn station Flughafen München beneath the Munich Airport Center, between T1 and T2.
  2. Buy a single ticket M-5 (€15.10) or an Airport-City-Day-Ticket; validate paper tickets before boarding.
  3. Take S1 or S8 to Hauptbahnhof (about 40-45 min).
  4. At Hauptbahnhof, transfer to U4/U5 one stop to Theresienwiese, or walk 15 minutes.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Only take taxis from the official ranks outside Arrivals; ignore touts inside terminals offering unlicensed rides.
  • Always ensure the taxi meter is on, or agree a fixed price before departure; Theresienwiese is not a fixed-fare zone, so expect about €90-€110.
  • MVV tickets are not valid on the Lufthansa Express Bus; buy your bus ticket from the official driver or the operator's app.
  • Validate S-Bahn paper tickets before boarding to avoid a €60 penalty fare; ticket checks are frequent.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get from Munich Airport to Theresienwiese?

By car or taxi it takes about 35 minutes in normal traffic. By S-Bahn or Lufthansa Express Bus, with the final walk or U-Bahn transfer, allow 50-60 minutes.

What is the cheapest way to get from Munich Airport to Theresienwiese?

The Lufthansa Express Bus costs about €13 per person and goes to Hauptbahnhof, then you can walk 15 minutes to Theresienwiese. A single S-Bahn ticket costs €15.10.

Is there a direct train from Munich Airport to Theresienwiese?

No direct train. Take the S-Bahn S1 or S8 to Hauptbahnhof, then transfer to the U4 or U5 U-Bahn one stop to Theresienwiese, or walk about 15 minutes from the station.

How much is a taxi from Munich Airport to Theresienwiese?

Theresienwiese is not one of the fixed-fare taxi zones, so the metered fare is roughly €90-€110. Only the Hauptbahnhof and Messe areas have official fixed fares.

Can I use the Airport-City-Day-Ticket to get to Theresienwiese?

Yes, the MVV Airport-City-Day-Ticket for zones M-5 covers the S-Bahn from the airport to Hauptbahnhof and the U4/U5 to Theresienwiese. A group ticket for up to five adults costs €32.60.

Is luggage a problem on the S-Bahn from the airport?

There are no luggage racks, but trains are long and manageable with suitcases outside rush hour. The Lufthansa Express Bus has a luggage compartment for bags.

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