Munich Airport to Central Station: Shared Shuttle Transfer

Skip the taxi queue: Munich Airport to the city by scheduled shuttle

You board a shared shuttle outside the terminal and ride to Munich Central Station in an air-conditioned bus, with departures every 20 minutes. The booking is confirmed instantly, and you present your voucher to the driver: no phone calls, no surprises. Round-trip option means you can arrange both directions now and forget about transport logistics for the whole trip.

Step-by-step itinerary

Arrival transfer from airport to station

• Land at Munich Airport
• Meet driver outside terminal
• Board air-conditioned shuttle bus
• Travel to Munich Central Station

The experience

You land at Munich Airport and face the usual choice: wait for a taxi, hunt for a rental counter, or figure out the train schedule. This transfer skips all that. Walk outside the terminal, find your driver holding a sign, and board an air-conditioned shuttle bus heading straight to Munich Central Station. The whole thing takes about 45 minutes, and you're done before you've finished your coffee.

The bus runs every 20 minutes from 6:25am until 10:25pm, so there's no scrambling to catch a specific departure. You just show up with your voucher and board the next one. The Lufthansa Express Bus is easy to spot, and the driver will confirm your name when you arrive. If you'd rather get dropped in Schwabing North instead of the main station, that's an option too. Groups, solo travelers, families with strollers. Everyone fits the same way, and the air conditioning works even when Munich is warm.

The return trip is valid for up to a year from your booking date, so if you book round-trip now, you don't have to think about getting back to the airport when you leave. Just present your return voucher on departure day and board the same shuttle service heading the other direction. No time slot to remember, no confirmation email to dig up at the curb.

What’s included

Your transfer includes one-way or round-trip shared shuttle service by air-conditioned Lufthansa Express Bus, instant booking confirmation with a travel voucher, and the option to be dropped at Munich Central Station or Schwabing North. If you upgrade to round-trip, the return ticket remains valid for up to one year from your booking date.

Options for this experience

2 options

One-Way TransferNo fixed timeTransfer on arrival from Munich Airport to Munich Central Station or Schwabing North

Round-Trip TransferNo fixed timeTransfer on both arrival and departure between Munich Airport and Munich Central Station or Schwabing North

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (6 to 14 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 26 · max 9 per booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Gray Line Münchener Stadtrundfahrten

Is this one for you?Book this if you want transport arranged before you land and don't mind sharing the bus with other travelers: the scheduled departures every 20 minutes mean you never wait long, and the fixed price removes any negotiation at the curb.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 14 years); Infant (under 6): free.

How long does the transfer from Munich Airport to Central Station take?

Approximately 45 minutes by air-conditioned shuttle bus.

How often do the buses depart?

Every 20 minutes, between 6:25am and 10:25pm daily.

What do I do when I arrive at the airport?

Exit the terminal, find your driver, and present your booking voucher. The driver will confirm your name and direct you to the bus.

Can I get dropped off somewhere other than Central Station?

Yes, you can request to be dropped in the Schwabing North neighborhood instead of the main station.

Is the return trip included if I book one-way?

No, the return trip is a separate upgrade option. If you add it, the return ticket is valid for up to one year from your booking date.

Do I need to book a specific departure time?

No. The ticket is not restricted to a specific time. You can use any bus within the operating hours and board the next available departure.

Is the bus air-conditioned?

Yes, the shuttle is air-conditioned and spacious.

Can I bring a stroller or pram?

Yes, infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller.