How long does it take from Garching-Forschungszentrum to Universität by metro?

The journey from Garching-Forschungszentrum to Universität takes approximately 28 minutes by Munich U-Bahn, covering 12.89 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Garching-Forschungszentrum to Universität?

The token fare from Garching-Forschungszentrum to Universität is €3.9. With a smart card the fare is €3.9 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €3.9.

Which platform at Garching-Forschungszentrum for Universität?

At Garching-Forschungszentrum, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Garching-Forschungszentrum. Look for the electronic board showing "Garching-Forschungszentrum".

What is the last train from Garching-Forschungszentrum to Universität?

The last train from Garching-Forschungszentrum towards Garching-Forschungszentrum departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Universität back towards Garching-Forschungszentrum departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Garching-Forschungszentrum to Universität?

There are 8 stops between Garching-Forschungszentrum and Universität on the U6. The stations are: Garching-Forschungszentrum, Garching, Fröttmaning, Studentenstadt, Nordfriedhof, Dietlindenstraße, Münchner Freiheit, Giselastraße, Universität.

Garching-Forschungszentrum To Universität

ShortestShortest Route

Garching-Forschungszentrum

Platform 1·underground·U6Towards Garching-Forschungszentrum

First train: 04:15Last train: 01:30Doors open: right

Garching

+3.43 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Fröttmaning

+6.86 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Münchner Freiheit

green interchange

+20.6 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Giselastraße

+24.03 min

3.43 min · 1.61 km

Universität

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground12.89 km

First train: 04:15Last train: 01:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

28 min

Total time

stops

12.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Garching-Forschungszentrum	04:15	01:30	Towards Garching-Forschungszentrum
Universität	04:15	01:30	Towards Garching-Forschungszentrum

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€3.9

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€3.9

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€3.9

Save €0 per ride

Use your Munich U-Bahn smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.74 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.80 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~52 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€3.9

Bike

€88

Auto

€184

Cab

€334

Estimates for 12.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Garching-Forschungszentrum

underground

Garching-Forschungszentrum, Munich, Germany

Weekdays: 04:15 – 01:30(Sundays from 04:15)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Garching-Forschungszentrum exit 1· TU München♿

Garching-Forschungszentrum exit 2· TU München♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

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Arrival station

Universität

underground

Universität, Munich, Germany

Weekdays: 04:15 – 01:30(Sundays from 04:15)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Universität exit 1· LMU University♿

Universität exit 2· LMU University♿

Universität exit 3· LMU University♿

Universität exit 4· LMU University♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access