Berlin to Munich distance
The distance from Berlin (Germany) to Munich (Germany) is 585 km by road, with a driving time of about 5 h 54 min. The straight-line distance is 504 km (313 miles); Munich lies to the SSW of Berlin.
Reverse direction: Munich to Berlin distance — the route is the same.
Travel time comparison
| Mode | Distance | Duration approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Airplane (straight line) | 504 km | 68 min |
| Car (road) | 585 km | 5 h 54 min |
Driving distance and time come from OpenStreetMap road data (OSRM), excluding traffic.
Taxi cost for this route
A regular metered taxi from Berlin to Munich would cost roughly 1178–1585 € under the municipal tariff, calculated over 585 km by road.
Estimated cost of a regular metered taxi under the municipal tariff (base fare + per-kilometre rate, 2026). Tariffs are set per municipality by ordinance and may differ; only the meter in the vehicle is binding. Not a booking, no guarantee.
Berlin
Berlin is located in Berlin, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 52° 31′ 12.02″ N, 13° 24′ 17.83″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 52.52 |
| Longitude | 13.4 |
| Region | Berlin |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 3,685,265 |
Munich
Munich is located in Bayern, Germany.
| Coordinates (DMS) | 48° 8′ 6.45″ N, 11° 34′ 55.13″ O |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 48.14 |
| Longitude | 11.58 |
| Region | Bayern |
| Country | Germany |
| Population | 1,505,005 |
Midpoint of the route
The geographic midpoint between Berlin and Munich is at 50.33° N, 12.45° E.
The nearest town is Klingenthal, Vogtlandkreis, Sachsen — about 252 km from each city. If you are meeting halfway, that is roughly the place.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Berlin from Munich?
By car it is 585 km, with a driving time of about 5 h 54 min. The straight-line distance between Berlin and Munich is 504 kilometres (313 miles or 272 nautical miles).
How long does it take to drive from Berlin to Munich?
The driving distance is 585 km (OpenStreetMap/OSRM); the pure driving time by car is about 5 h 54 min (excluding traffic).
In which direction is Munich from Berlin?
Munich lies to the SSW (196°) as seen from Berlin.
How long is a flight from Berlin to Munich?
At a cruising speed of around 800 km/h, the pure flight time for the straight-line distance is about 68 minutes.
How much does a taxi from Berlin to Munich cost?
Over 585 km by road, a regular metered taxi from Berlin to Munich would cost roughly 1178–1585 € under the municipal tariff — base fare plus per-kilometre rate, 2026. Surcharges, waiting time and luggage are not included; only the meter in the vehicle is binding.
Distances from Berlin
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Berlin → Potsdam | 35 km |
| Berlin → Buckow | 68 km |
| Berlin → Bad Saarow | 73 km |
| Berlin → Wittenberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Rheinsberg | 110 km |
| Berlin → Cottbus | 126 km |
| Berlin → Magdeburg | 156 km |
| Berlin → Halle (Saale) | 170 km |
Distances from Munich
| Destination | By road |
|---|---|
| Munich → Starnberg | 28 km |
| Munich → Herrsching | 44 km |
| Munich → Bad Tölz | 52 km |
| Munich → Tegernsee | 52 km |
| Munich → Rottach-Egern | 55 km |
| Munich → Rosenheim | ≈ 66 km |
| Munich → Augsburg | 68 km |
| Munich → Murnau am Staffelsee | 71 km |