Munich to Neuschwanstein by Train
Complete guide to taking the train
Your Journey
Catch a regional train (RB/RE) towards Buchloe or Füssen. Trains depart approximately every hour from the main hall.
Change here for the Füssen train. Transfer time is usually 5-8 minutes. The connecting train typically waits on the opposite platform.
Final stop! From here, take Bus 73 or 78 (~10 min) to Hohenschwangau, or a taxi if you prefer.
🌟 Pro Tip: The Direct RB74
Most guides won't tell you this, but there is a direct train from Munich to Füssen (RB 74) that runs several times a day.
- No transfers: You stay on the same train the whole way (2h 05m).
- Better seats: It starts at Munich Hbf, so you can grab a good seat (sit on the right for Alps views).
- Bayern-Ticket valid? Yes!
Try to catch the departures around 07:52, 08:53 (weekends), or 09:52 to skip the Buchloe stress.
The Buchloe Transfer
Don't stress about this! Buchloe is a small station specifically designed for through-travelers. Here's everything you need to know:
- Look for Platform 1 for Füssen-bound trains
- The Füssen train usually waits for connecting passengers
- Transfer time is 5-8 minutes—tight but doable if you walk briskly
- If you miss it, the next train is usually within an hour
The Bayern Ticket
The Bayern Ticket is the most economical way to reach Neuschwanstein by train. It covers unlimited regional train travel throughout Bavaria for one day.
- • All regional trains (RB, RE, S-Bahn)
- • Unlimited rides in Bavaria
- • Valid on buses to castle
- • Up to 5 people on one ticket
- • ICE/IC long-distance trains
- • Ticket valid only after 9am weekdays
- • Castle entry tickets
Sorted your train? Now sort your castle ticket.
Tickets sell out weeks in advance. We recommend booking a guided tour to guarantee entry.