How to get to Augsburg in 2025 – your transport guide in Germany

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Table of Contents:

When to travel to Augsburg

How to get to Augsburg

How to get to Augsburg from Munich

Where to stay in Augsburg

What to see & do in Augsburg

Where to go from Augsburg for a day trip

I have travelled around Southern Germany a lot and I was absolutely charmed with this combination of natural and historical attractions. The local towns kept their authenticity and can boast great architecture, including palaces, castles, cathedrals, etc while the local countryside is full of colors and hidden gems. Plus, getting around is pretty much easy here, because of developed transport infrastructure. I tried different means of transport, including trains, buses and cars and I can confirm that they are pretty much convenient and fast. In my point of view, these regions are definitely worth seeing, if you like mixing different types of attractions.

When to travel to Augsburg

Augsburg is one of the oldest towns in Germany, which is why it is very popular among the tourists and is considered to be one of the top destinations from Munich. Augsburg has a lot of historic monuments in its area. Town Halls, Family Houses, Basilicas, Cathedrals and Churches, Residences and ancient Gates – that’s all that forms the architecture of the town.

Augsburg can be visited all year round. Based on my research, the local climate is rather mild in Bavaria, including Augsburg, so you can choose any time of the year to travel around the region. The winters are usually quite picturesque with the Christmas markets and festive illumination. You can warm up with flavored mulled wine and taste local food, for instance, Christmas gingerbread and cookies. Traditional Bavarian sausages are also good.

The springs and summers will please you with nature blossoming and warm weather. Such weather is lovely for long distance strolling as it doesn`t get too hot or dry here. Autumns are colorful and warm till late November so it is also a pleasant time to travel around. In case of rainy weather, you can always change your route and visit local museums which are very interesting anyway.

How to get to Augsburg

How to get to Augsburg from Munich

After some map research, I found out that the distance between Augsburg and Munich is about 80 km, the cities are connected with the # A8 highway. You can reach the destination by train or by car.

By train: The easiest way to get from Munich to Augsburg is by train, which runs around the clock, except for the period from 3.30 to 5.30 in the morning. Direct high-speed (ICE, IC) and regional trains (RE) run between the destinations. Traveling by high-speed train is somewhat more expensive, but also faster, as high-speed trains make fewer stops along the way.

⇒By choosing a regional train, you can save money, but the travel time is longer. On average, high-speed trains arrive from Munich to Augsburg in 30 minutes, while regional trains take 50 minutes. Trains run during the day, every 30-40 minutes. You can check the train schedule for the Munich-Augsburg route and buy tickets online at the Raileurope booking service. I like this service for planning my trips in advance. It helps me to sort various available options by the duration of the trip, departure and arrival points, price, etc.

By renting a car: You can also get from Munich to Augsburg by car along the highway # A8. You can rent a car in Munich and travel around the towns of Bavaria on your own. On average, car rental in Munich is relatively inexpensive. In Munich you can find rental offices of almost all well-known companies, such as Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Alamo, Budget, Enterprise, as well as the German national company Buchbinder. You can also book a car in advance on the different booking services such as Discover Cars, Economybookings, etc. I use both services quite often for comparing different available options, when planning my trips to Europe.

◊A useful tip: I can recommend to compare a few of booking services to choose the best price. Roads in Germany are high-speed (the so-called autobahns), so you can move along quickly and comfortably. The cities are connected with the highway # A8, so you can get to Augsburg from Munich in about 1 hour (see on the map). I travelled a lot along the autobahns in Germany and I can confirm they are pretty much comfortable and it is often the fastest way to get to the desired destination.

Where to stay in Augsburg

Augsburg may be a good idea for a long stay, since the pricing policy of local hotels is more flexible than in other towns in Bavaria, such as Nuremberg or Regensburg. Breakfast is often included in the price. After examining some information, I can conclude that the most common hotels in Augsburg are 4, 3 and 2 stars.

QU Hotel Augsburg 4* – The hotel is located in the district of Lechhausen, 3 km from the town center. The hotel has a Finnish sauna and steam room, a gym and a bar. Guests can stay in rooms of various classes and capacities. Breakfast is included in the price. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, mini-bar, safe, telephone, a small kitchen area with a microwave. Wi-Fi is provided free of charge. Free private parking is also available on site. The front desk serves guests 24/7. Check-in is from 15.00, check-out – until 11.00. During the summer, a terrace is open for relaxation.

Arthotel Ana Style 4* – This designed hotel can offer a quiet location in the town, a 10–15-minute drive from the center of Augsburg. There is a public transport stop nearby. This hotel is perfect for those who travel by car, because the main highway passes nearby. Additional services include a gym, sauna, solarium, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has rooms of various categories from single to quadruple. Rooms are equipped with hairdryer, safe, telephone, satellite TV. Some rooms have balconies. Buffet breakfasts are served at an additional cost. The hotel received the best ratings for the cleanliness of the rooms and professionalism of the staff. The hotel offers luggage storage. Check-in is from 14.00, check-out is until 11.00.

Hotel Augusta 3* – This hotel is within the walking distance of the historic center of Augsburg. The hotel has its own fitness room, sauna and lobby bar. The hotel has paid private parking; there is also public parking nearby. The hotel offers its guests accommodation in standard rooms, comfort rooms, family rooms or suites. All rooms are equipped with a fan, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi. Buffet breakfasts are included in the rate. The hotel received the best reviews for the location, professionalism of the staff and the quality of the Wi-Fi provided. The hotel also offers luggage storage and a tour desk. The front desk is open 24/7. Check-in is from 14.00, check-out is until 11.00.

InterCityHotel Augsburg 3* – The hotel is located near the Augsburg Train Station. The hotel provides its guests with a FreeCityTicket for all types of public transport. Paid public parking is available nearby. Wi-Fi is free of charge. The hotel has standard rooms and business class rooms. In the rooms you can find a hairdryer, mini-bar, TV, telephone. Breakfast is included in some room types. Breakfasts are served in buffet style. I did some research and checked out that the hotel received the highest ratings for the location and cleanliness of the rooms; professionalism of the staff is also highly appreciated. The hotel provides luggage storage and currency exchange services. The front desk is open 24/7. Check-in is from 14.00, check-out is until 12.00.

Arthotel ANA GOLD 3* – The hotel is located a few kilometers from the old part of the town; there is a public transport stop nearby, from where you can reach the center of Augsburg. The hotel has a spa; a terrace is open during the summer. Additional hotel services include a free parking area. The hotel has rooms of different categories. The rooms are equipped with everything you need, including free Wi-Fi. Buffet breakfasts are included in the rate. The hotel received the best reviews for the cleanliness of the rooms and professionalism of the staff. The quality of the provided Wi-Fi is also highly appreciated. Luggage storage, dry cleaning, laundry and other services are also provided. Check-in is from 15.00, check-out is until 11.00.

What to see & do in Augsburg

In Augsburg, you should definitely visit its Old Town, since the town counts down its history since the period of the Roman Empire, which means that a huge number of monuments from different periods of time have been preserved here. You can also find numerous museums and art galleries in Augsburg. Tourists often visit the town with a one-day trip, while the real number of Augsburg attractions cannot be seen even in a week.

It is worth starting a tour around Augsburg with two main symbols of the town – the Augsburg Town Hall and the Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra. The Augsburg Town Hall was built in the early Middle Ages, then its reconstruction was carried out already in the 17th century during the Renaissance period; after that the features of the Town Hall acquired the elegant style of Florentine buildings.

The most prominent part of the Town Hall is the so-called Golden Hall, which is a huge hall for ball events, 2 floors high and decorated with gilding, stucco, sculptures and wall paintings. The hall, and especially its gilded ceiling, gives the impression of one of the most richly decorated rooms not only in Augsburg, but in the entire region. There is some useful information for visiting that I discovered:

• The Town Hall is open for visitors daily from 10.00 to 18.00.
• The entrance ticket costs 2,5 euros per person.

The Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra is located in the town center, on one of the main squares of Augsburg and is considered to be one of the oldest buildings here. The basilica is a part of a Benedictine monastery; an Evangelical church is also attached to it. This is not the only place in Augsburg where churches of two different religions are located side by side; this is a peculiar feature of the town and its historical heritage. The building impresses both from the outside and from the inside with its majestic choirs, chapels and altar. It is difficult to attribute the building to any architectural style, since it was rebuilt more than once. Looking at the Basilica more carefully, you can catch the features of various architectural styles, the more interesting it looks.

Other religious buildings of Augsburg include the churches of St. Anne and St. Mary; the building of the former Episcopal Residence with a court garden; Also, ancient monuments include such buildings as the Medieval Gate, the House of Weavers, the Armory House, the family houses of B. Brecht, L. Mozart (father of the great musician), Holbein, Fuggers and others. Don`t miss them strolling around the Old Town.

The TOP museums in Augsburg, I discovered:

• Schaezlerpalais (18th-century palace houses the German Baroque Gallery and the State Gallery. You can see the works of Veronese, Durer, Canaletto, Tiepolo here);
• Maximilian Museum (The collection includes samples of decorative arts, including sculptures, craftwork and paintings. Also see its glass-domed courtyard);
• Mozarthaus (The place where Mozart family lived. The museum is devoted to the outstanding musician);
• Augsburg Railway Park (It houses models of trains. Visiting is possible only with a guided tour);
• Textile Industry Museum (The museum will be interested for those visitors who have passion for fashion);
• Mazda Classic – Automobile Museum Frey (It is a private collection, now opened for visitors).

Where to go from Augsburg for a day trip

To dilute the impression of the historic town, go ahead to the Augsburg surroundings. In the neighboring town of Günzburg, there is the famous Legoland Park, an amusement park that is interesting not only for children, but also for adults. You can find various attractions, including extreme ones; tours to the Lego factory; an observation tower; water slides; an aquarium; an aqua area; safari tours; film studio; exhibition arena with giant Lego models and much more at the park. I found out some detailed information for visiting the park:

• The Legoland park is open from March to November, from 10 am until 6 pm (till 7 pm during the summer)
• The entrance ticket rate starts from 39 euros
• Parking area is available for 6 € per day

If you want to see other outstanding architectural monuments, visit neighboring Ulm, where the highest cathedral in Europe is situated; the height of the building is 162 m. I would also recommend visiting the picturesque Fisherman’s Quarter, Wiblingen Abbey, Seflingen Monastery and some other attractions in Ulm.

◊ Please, take a note! You can get from Augsburg to Gunzburg by direct regional train in 50 minutes; you can get from Augsburg to Ulm in 40 minutes by high-speed train and in 1 hour 10 minutes by regional train. The current train timetable can be checked at the Raileurope booking service.

Photo above the article: nicoleta wagner