Munich Airport Transfer Guide: From MUC to the City, the Messe and the Alps
Munich Airport (MUC), officially Franz Josef Strauss Airport, lies near Freising, roughly 35–40 km north-east of the city centre. The ride into town is longer than at many other airports, so it pays to plan your transfer before you land.
Getting into Munich
The S-Bahn connects the airport with the city, which works well for light travellers heading to a central station. For door-to-door travel with luggage, a group or tight business schedules, a pre-booked transfer takes you directly to your hotel, office or home without changing trains.
Typical travel times from MUC
| Destination | Approx. travel time |
|---|---|
| City centre / Marienplatz | 40–50 min |
| München Hauptbahnhof | 40–50 min |
| Schwabing | 35–45 min |
| Messe München (Riem) | 30–40 min |
| Allianz Arena | 25–35 min |
| Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 1 h 30 – 1 h 45 |
Times are estimates and depend on traffic, especially on the A9 and the Mittlerer Ring.
Travelling to a trade fair at Messe München
During big trade fair weeks, demand for rides is high. Book early – especially if you need a Van for a team or a First Class car for guests – and choose Messe München as your destination so the driver brings you straight to the halls.
Heading to the Alps
Ski trips and holidays in Garmisch-Partenkirchen start more comfortably without changing trains with skis and suitcases. A transfer from the airport takes you directly to your accommodation.
What is included
- Fixed price shown at booking, including taxes, tolls and fees.
- Driver waiting at the arrivals exit with a name sign.
- Flight tracking and 1 hour free waiting at the airport.
- Free cancellation up to 1 hour before pickup.
- Online payment in EUR by credit card – no cash needed in the car.
See Munich airport transfers and book your fixed-price ride.
