THE SHORT VERSION
Munich to Berlin at a glance.
- From
- Munich München
- To
- Berlin
- Road distance
- About 585 km
- Straight line
- 504 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Berlin to Munich →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Munich
Munich is a major coach hub for Bavaria, the Alps, Austria, Czechia and Italy. Long-distance buses use the central bus station by Hackerbrücke.
- Munich Central Bus Station (ZOB) · Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof München
Arnulfstraße 21, by Hackerbrücke S-Bahn station.
Arriving in Berlin
From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
- Berlin ZOB (central bus station) · Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof
Messedamm, by the Funkturm in Charlottenburg. Most long-distance coaches. - Other stops
Some services also stop at Alexanderplatz, Südkreuz or BER airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check your stop: some routes also call at the airport or other city stops.
KEEP GOING
From Berlin, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Berlin
More buses from Munich
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Munich from Berlin by road?+
About 585 km by road (504 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Munich to Berlin take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Munich?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Munich include Munich Central Bus Station (ZOB), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Berlin to Munich?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Berlin to Munich guide.
Where does the bus from Munich arrive in Berlin?+
It depends on the operator. In Berlin, services use Berlin ZOB (central bus station), Other stops. From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Berlin?+
From ZOB, the S-Bahn (Messe Nord/ICC) and U-Bahn (Kaiserdamm) reach the city centre.
What kind of bus runs from Munich to Berlin?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Munich to Berlin bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Berlin by bus?+
Direct buses from Berlin include Hamburg, Prague, Frankfurt, Warsaw, Amsterdam and more. See all connections on our Berlin bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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