By night train from Munich to Rome: direct, comfortable & climate-friendly through the night to Italy
Travelling from Munich to Rome by night train is the perfect combination of comfort, sustainability and adventure. With the Nightjet of the ÖBB you can travel relaxed overnight directly from southern Germany to the Italian capital - without changing trains, traffic jams or getting up early.
The direct Night train NJ 295 runs daily between Munich Central Station and Roma Terminiwith a total journey time of around 13.5 hours. Hop on in Munich in the evening - and enjoy your morning coffee in Rome, the Eternal City!
Timetable & departure times of the Nightjet Munich - Rome
The Nightjet drives every evening:
Departure from Munich Central Station: daily at 20:09
Arrival in Rome Termini: the next morning at 09:10
Important stops on the route include:
Salzburg, Villach, Bologna, Florence (Firenze)
Thanks to the overnight journey, you can save yourself an overnight stay in a hotel and use the time to sleep, read or relax - without any stress.
Comfortable facilities on the overnight train to Rome
The Nightjet offers you different comfort classes for every type of journey:
Seat trolley: The cheapest option for last-minute travellers
Couchette coaches (4/6-seater compartments): Ideal for groups and price-conscious travellers
Sleeping car (1-3 beds): For maximum comfort - with your own wash area or bathroom on request
Private compartments: Can be booked exclusively in a couchette or sleeper carriage - particularly popular with couples & families
All compartments are air-conditioned and, depending on the category, offer reading lights, power sockets and breakfast.
Family-friendly & sustainable travelling
Children up to 5 years travelling free of charge and for children from 6 to 14 years of age there are discounted tickets. Particularly practical: families can buy a Own compartment ideal for privacy and restful nights.
In addition, travelling by night train is the most environmentally friendly alternative: you travel with 100 % green electricity, avoid flight emissions - and actively do something for the climate.
Cheap tickets from €29.90
Prices for travelling on the Nightjet start at 29,90 € for seats, 49,90 € in couchette coach and from € 89.90 in a sleeping car. Book early to secure the best deals - it's worth planning well in advance, especially during the holiday season.
Conclusion: From Munich to Rome in your sleep - comfortable, affordable and without the stress of flying
The direct overnight train connection from Munich to Rome makes your journey an experience. While you sleep, the train takes you safely and comfortably across the Alps to Italy. No changing trains, no jet lag, no hotel necessary. Simply hop on - and greet Rome in the morning.
Timetable Munich-Rome
| NJ295 | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Munich Central Station | 20:10 | |
| Munich East | 20:20 | |
| Rosenheim | 20:50 | |
| Salzburg Central Station | 21:52 | 22:02 |
| Schwarzach-St.Veit | 22:52 | 22:54 |
| Villach main station | 00:19 | 00:55 |
| Tarvisio Boscoverde | 01:19 | 01:35 |
| Bologna Centrale | 05:20 | 05:25 |
| Firenze S.M.N. | 06:19 | 06:36 |
| Roma Termini | 09:22 | |
| Status: April 2025 |
Information on the Night train from Rome to Munich can be found here.
Categories
The following categories are available on Nightjet NJ295.
Seat trolley comfortDouble seats with folding armrest and full-length headrest.
Compartment barrier-free comfortBarrier-free compartment for up to 2 wheelchair users and 2 accompanying persons.
Couchette coach comfortfour beds in the compartment suitable for families or groups.
Mini CabinSleeping pods for one person, therefore a high level of privacy. Lockers for shoes and hand luggage.
Sleeping car comfortCompartment with its own sanitary facilities (WC and shower) for one or two people.
Sleeping car comfort plusVery spacious compartment with its own sanitary facilities (WC and shower) for one or two people.
Travel time
This night train is cancelled until 13 July 2025 due to the Tauern railway closure!
The Tauern railway runs between Schwarzach-St. Veit in the province of Salzburg and Spittal-Millstättersee in Carinthia. It is part of one of the most important north-south motorways in Europe.
Options
- As an option, you can use the Night train from Munich to Venice choose. And in Italy, continue on one of the high-speed trains.
- There is a daily direct train from Frankfurt (departure 08:05), via Mannheim (departure 08:47), Karlsruhe and Freiburg to Milan. Here you can also continue with Italian trains. You can book this via Deutsche Bahn.
Ticket prices Munich-Rome
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Seat trolley comfort | from EUR 34.90 |
| Compartment barrier-free comfort | from EUR 54.90 |
| Couchette coach comfort | from EUR 54.90 |
| Mini Cabin | from EUR 54.90 |
| Sleeping car comfort | from EUR 99.90 |
| Sleeping car comfort plus | from EUR 129.90 |
The ticket price depends on your Travel date and Purchase date. The sooner you book, the higher the likelihood of a Economy rail/savings fare ticket to receive. If you choose Departure day Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday are fewer travellers on the train, which also results in a cheaper ticket price leads.
Where to buy a ticket?
You can buy your ticket either at NS International, the ÖBB or the German Railways Buy
Children
Up to 5 years: Children up to 5 years old travel free of charge if they share the pitch with an adult. If they need their own place to sleep, they can travel with the Favourable ticket "Child travel.
Ideally it is a Own compartment on the train to book. Further information can be found under "Couchette coach comfort".
Private compartment and families
Would you like to go out with your family or friends alone in a compartment travel, without other travellersyou can book your own compartment. This is possible in the "Mini Cabin" (single person), "Couchette Comfort" (up to four people) and in the sleeping car (one to two people).
Own compartment in the seat carriage from 99 euros
You can have your own seat compartment for Maximum 3 persons for an all-inclusive price starting at 99 euros. These three people can be adults or at least one adult with a maximum of two children up to 14 years.
With three travellers, you can pull out the facing seats a bit, put your legs up and quite comfortable and really very good value travel overnight!
Own compartment in couchette car from 199 euros
Your own couchette compartment is Ideal for families or a Group of friends. You can book a private compartment for a maximum of 6 people from 199 euros. Of which maximum 3 persons adult be, or maximum 5 children up to 14 years old. So it works wonderfully: two parents with one to four children.
Your own compartment in the sleeper car from 159 euros
You also have the option between Standard and Deluxe (including private shower and toilet in the compartment).
The categories in the ÖBB nightjet
Comfort seating trolley & multifunctional area
Double bucket seats with folding armrest and full-length headrest.
Storage options, reading lamps and inductive charging at the seats.
Multifunctional area with low-floor access.
Bicycle parking spaces.
Space for luggage, pushchairs, skis & snowboards.
Luggage security with NFC function on the luggage trolleys - which I find really ingenious!
Compartment barrier-free comfort
Barrier-free compartment for up to 2 wheelchair users and 2 accompanying persons.
Modern barrier-free WC next door.
Cars with low-floor access.
Couchette coach comfort
Modern 4-seater compartments for families and groups.
Fixed beds.
More space and privacy.
Mini Cabin
Innovative sleeping capsules for privacy. I find these really innovative. Inexpensive and private!
Lockers for shoes and hand luggage.
Movable folding table for breakfast.
Reading lamp, storage space, coat hooks, mirror.
Sleeping car comfort
Compartment with its own sanitary facilities (WC and shower).
2 fixed beds one above the other (can be booked as a compartment for 1 or 2 persons).
Cosy seating area.
Sleeping car comfort plus
Spacious compartment with its own sanitary facilities (WC and shower).
2 fixed beds one above the other (can be booked as a compartment for 1 or 2 people).
Cosy seating area.
Source, apart from my comments: www.nightjet.com/de/komfortkategorien/nightjet-neue-generation
Buy a ticket from Munich to Rome
Deutsche Bahn - All connections at a glance
The railway offers one of the clearest booking sites Europe. Here you can also quickly find night train connections, compare prices and select seat options - all centrally and securely.
Daytime train connection from Munich to Rome
You can also travel the route from Munich to Rome during the day. The Journey time is 09:51 hours. You can buy train tickets from EUR 39 Buy
| Train | Arrival | Departure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munich Central Station | EuroCity EC85 | 09:45 | |
| Innsbruck Central Station | 11:18 | 11:24 | |
| Brennero/Burner | 12:00 | 12:14 | |
| Verona Porta Nuova | 14:58 | 15:22 | |
| Bologna Centrale | 16:19 | ||
| Changeover | |||
| Bologna Centrale | Frecciarossa | 17:00 | |
| Firenze S.M.N. | 17:39 | 17:48 | |
| Roma Termini | 19:25 | ||
| Status: April 2025 |
Groups
Groups of 6 or more get a discount on the standard price for a seat. These can be requested from ÖBB Customer Service on the following telephone number (in Austria): +43 5 1717
Dog and animals
You can take your dog or pet with you. However, you have to book a whole compartment, just for you or shared with friends/family members. Your dog will travel with 29 euros calculated. Simply add it under "who is travelling" on the ÖBB booking page.
Bicycle
You can simply add the ticket for your bike on the ÖBB booking page ("wer fährt"). The bicycle in a bicycle parking space is charged with 12 Euro extra calculated. Of course, you can also take your bike disassembled or folded up in a bag as normal luggage. However, I recommend a private compartment.
Car and motorbike
You cannot take a car or motorbike on this night train connection.
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FAQ
Where can I book the ÖBB nightjet from Munich to Rome?
You can buy your ticket for the night train from Munich to Rome at NS International, the German Railways and the ÖBB Buy
What does a couchette car look like on the ÖBB nightjet Munich-Rome?
A couchette car is a compartment with two or three couches on top of each other - on the left and on the right side. The middle is free. You can reach the upper berths with a ladder.
What does a sleeper car on the ÖBB nightjet Munich-Rome look like?
A sleeping car is a compartment with a maximum of three beds. Depending on the occupancy, these are folded out or fixed to the wall. There is always a washbasin in the compartment. In the slightly more expensive deluxe compartments, you also have your own private shower and toilet. Otherwise, this is in the corridor.
How much does the ÖBB nightjet from Munich to Rome cost?
You can buy seat tickets from 29 EUR. A 6-seater couchette compartment is available from 49 EUR. For a seat in a 4-seater couchette, you pay from 59 EUR. And a bed in the Sleeping Car costs from 89 EUR (in a Triple), from 109 EUR (in a Double) and from 159 EUR (in a Single). The prices depend on your travel date and how far in advance you book.
Which is cheaper: flight or train from Munich to Rome?
On average, the train is cheaper. When making an honest calculation, also take into account the departure to and from the airport to the city centres. In addition, you need one hotel night less with the night train. Besides: the environment you damage with a flight is priceless.
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Interrail and Eurail reservations
You can use the ÖBB nightjet from Munich to Rome with your Interrail/Eurail Pass. However, you have to buy a reservation. In return, you save travel time and overnight accommodation in a hostel or hotel.
| Category | Interrail/Eurail Price |
|---|---|
| Seat | 14 EUR |
| Couchette 6-person compartment | 34 EUR |
| Couchette car 4-person compartment | 44 EUR |
| Sleeping car 3-person compartment | 54 EUR |
| Sleeping car 2-person compartment | 74 EUR |
| Sleeping car 1 compartment | 124 EUR |
| Sleeping Car Deluxe 3 Compartment | 74 EUR |
| Sleeping Car Deluxe 2 Compartment | 94 EUR |
| Sleeping Car Deluxe 1 Compartment | 144 EUR |
What is Interrail/Eurail?
Interrail/Eurail is a train ticket that allows you to travel by train for a flat rate of up to three months in up to 33 European countries. You can find all information about Interrail here.
Night train regulation
You only need to enter the departure date in your Interrail/Eurail Pass. Not the date of arrival. You will therefore spend on your pass only one travel daywhich is the day of departure. You can also use other trains on this departure day.
Example: you travel from Nuremberg to Munich in the morning of 23 July. Spend the day sightseeing in Munich. And in the evening you take the night train to Rome. On 24 July you arrive in Rome in the morning. The travel day you enter is only 23 July.
Flight from Munich to Rome
Of course, you can also fly the route from Munich to Rome. The flight time is around 2 hours. Then there is the way from Munich city centre to the airport. The same in Rome, from the airport back to the city centre. Be there in good time, check-in, etc.
Sustainable is, of course, not to sit in a subsidised plane for a short time. Everyone has to decide for themselves at what point they start doing something for planet Earth. And on this route, from Munich to Rome, it's really easy.
On the night train you save transfers and waiting times. In addition, a Night at the hotelwhich is not really cheap in both cities. It is simply a relaxed shape to travel. Definitely more relaxed and communicative than in a tightly squeezed plane.
20 thoughts on “München-Rom ÖBB nightjet NJ295”
We (4 people, each in a 2-person compartment) want to take the night train from Rome back to Rosenheim on 3.10.23. Unfortunately, it does not seem to be bookable. Unfortunately, it does not seem to be bookable.
What do you advise
Hello.
There is construction work on this route on the travel date mentioned.
As long as ÖBB is not sure at which times and whether the night train can run on this date, it will not be released for booking.
Therefore (unfortunately not satisfying the answer) try again and again until it is bookable.
Best regards, Πέτρος
hello,
we want to travel on 1.11.23 with the Nightjet from Rome to Munich. Unfortunately, it always says: no offer available. This actually happens on every date.
Can you help?
Kind regards, Anne
Hello Anne.
Normally the ticket is bookable - Nightjet tickets can be purchased up to 180 days before the journey.
However, some days are not yet bookable and this usually has the following reason: ÖBB is not sure whether the train can run on a certain date, because there may be construction sites in this period or similar. Therefore, the train is only released later when it is certain that it can actually run.
Thus a rather unsatisfactory answer: wait and try from day to day whether it is bookable. It is bookable on 31.10.2023. If the sleeper is fully booked (which can happen quite quickly), then a couchette compartment booked as a private compartment (only you and your companions are in it, no strangers) is also a good option.
Best regards, Πέτρος 🙂
Hello,
Is there a guideline for how long you have to stand at the track beforehand? In Munich and on the return journey in Rome?
Is it already possible to name the respective tracks? Also for the return journey from Rome to Munich?
On the return journey, we only got seat cars. Is it possible to book breakfast on the train here?
My outward journey date from Munich is 10.4.2023 and the return journey on 14.04.2023. Can I assume that the trains will run through. Without changing trains despite road works?
Who can I contact if I want to find out whether a couchette compartment has spontaneously become available for the return journey?
Many greetings
Matthias
Hello Matthias.
There is no standard time limit. You are well served with 20 minutes before departure, as your seat is reserved anyway.
In Rome, my experience is: the track is called at quite short notice. On my last trip it was only 10 minutes before departure. It's best to stay inside (Roma Termini) after your ticket has been checked at the entrance to the tracks.
I also only saw the sign for the night train to Vienna, which also had the carriages to Munich attached. So don't get confused.
Breakfast in the seating car: you can ask in the couchette car, although I would rather recommend the offer at Munich station.
Free seats in couchettes: go to a nightjet employee, who can check if there are any seats available.
Have a good trip, Πέτρος
Hello.
We would like to travel as a family of 5 during the Whitsun holidays from 29.05. - 05.06. from Munich to Rome and then safely back again.
2 adults, 1 teenager and 2 children ( 5 + 2 years)
On your site and also at ÖBB you read about line closures that could already be in this period. That worries me.
Should we leave it at that, so that we don't get into trouble?
I don't want to have to change trains with the kids in the middle of the night, possibly in a complicated way with even longer waiting times, so that we can continue to Rome.
greetings Toni
Hello Toni.
The best thing to do is to check the ÖBB website. If the train is bookable, it will run.
However, I assume that it will probably be fully booked over Whitsun. The Munich-Rome night train can often only be booked long in advance if you don't have flexible travel dates. Unfortunately. :/
Optional and not always quite so full is the Night Train Stuttgart to Venice. And from there it would be good to go on to Rome.
But then you have two travel sections (and I don't know which region of Germany you come from) - and that's exhausting again with children. I know this myself, I often travel with my little son.
Best regards, Πέτρος 🙂
The night train Munich-Rome is not shown on any booking link.
Doesn't it exist any more?
Christina
Hello Christina.
Due to a route closure in Italy, the Nightjet from Munich to Rome will NOT run in July. This could possibly continue into August. For which date are you looking?
Optional from Munich to Venice (this nightjet is running and is not affected by the route closure): https://nachtzug.net/muenchen-venedig/
And then on to Rome: https://rail.shop/omio
Best regards, Πέτρος 🙂
Thanks for the information. I just wanted to have a look at the prices.
The definite date has not yet been set.
Greetings
Christina
It is best to look for travel dates from Monday to Thursday. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and sometimes Monday are more expensive. The prices depend on the capacity utilisation (economy prices). And book in good time - spontaneous travel is rather "difficult" and expensive, as there is really a "hype" about night train travel. But it is also relaxed and fun 🙂 .
Have a good trip - and if you have any questions, just ask. Πέτρος 🙂
Hello, I would like to travel from Munich to Rome by night train in a 4-seater couchette or similar as a single person on 05.05.2022. The problem is that I have my bicycle with me. How and with whom can I best book it?
Hello Martin.
At the moment, you can only travel by bike and ÖBB nightjet between Austria, Switzerland and Germany. Unfortunately not to Italy.
If you have any questions, please contact ÖBB, the operator of the nightjets, directly. Contact details you can find here.
Optional: take the bike apart (front wheel) and put it in a bike bag. But this is a problem in the split couchette. It will be very cramped for all passengers. It's better to book a sleeping car for yourself. Or a private (just for you) couchette compartment.
I also often travel by bike and train, unfortunately it is often not optimal.
Best regards, Πέτρος 🙂
Unfortunately, the Nightjet does not run in October, right?
Hello Andreia.
What date in October are you looking for?
In general, the Nightjet Munich-Rome runs as usual also in October.
However, e.g. on 02 and 03 October already with departure at 16:35 / 16:45 in Munich. And then a 4-hour stopover in Salzburg (18-22 hrs) - where you can stay on the train.
Hope this helps. If not, please ask again. 🙂
Have a good trip, Πέτρος
Hello,
I would like a triple sleeper compartment for 3 people (family) "Deluxe" with private bathroom, shower and WC on 03.08. from Munich to Rome.
But I can't find the selection option for this category ?!?
Can you help me?
Greetings
Michael Feustel
Hello Mr Feustel.
Go to the ÖBB website.
This is a little confusing, you need to select the date and number of passengers at the top.
As it looks, seating cars and couchette cars can no longer be booked (full), only a normal sleeping car compartment for 3 persons (without shower and toilet).
In my experience, the toilet in the corridor is always really clean.
The total price for one child (14 years) without Bahncards is currently EUR 376.
An option I like to ride, but really only if you're into it:
Daytime train connection from Munich via Chur and from here the absolutely great train route through the Alps to Chur. Tickets from EUR 29 at the railway. This connection is possible with only 2 changes. Journey time 9 hours. Photos and description here: https://rail.cc/de/blog/interrail-strecke-glacier-express
Dinner inexpensive, pizza, etc, in Tirano. Overnight stay in Tirano, e.g. Hotel Bernina
The next morning by regional train to Milan (2:30 hours) and from Milan by high-speed train to Rome. Here information and pictures: https://rail.cc/de/blog/rom-mailand
Ticket prices and journey times at Omio.
Hope this helps.
Have a good trip, Πέτρος 🙂
Does the night train also stop in Chiusi (Chianziano) Tuscany
Hello Maria Theresa.
The night train used to stop in "Chiusi-Chianciano Terme". But in the meantime, unfortunately, it no longer does.
So you would have to get off in Florence and take a "Intercity" or "Regional Veloce"Change trains. The journey from Florence to Chiusi-Chianciano Terme takes 1:30 to 1:45 hours, depending on the connection. Train tickets cost 12 to 14 EUR and you can buy them easily at Omio Buy
Have a good trip and best wishes, Πέτρος 🙂