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Train

The German rail network is operated by Deutsche Bahn (German Rail) and is one of the most extensive networks in Europe. Tickets and information can be found at any station. There are rapid train connections to all major German cities and frequent services to all main European cities. For further information please visit www.bahn.de

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Taxi

Taxis are very easily available but quite over-priced. The average taxi fare in Germany is aproximately €1.45 per kilometer with a minimum charge of € 2.70. For rides longer than 10km, the per-kilometer rate goes down to between € 1.30 and €1.20, depending on the distance

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Car for hire

The main car rental companies have offices at the airport as well as within the main city. Information on car rental companies can be found under the heading 'Autovermietung' in the Yellow Pages of the city's phone book.

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From the airport

Munich's Franz Josef Strauss Flughafen airport is connected to the Hauptbahnhof (the main train station) by S-Bahn 1 or 2. To reach central Munich using the S-Bahn, follow the S-Bahn signs to the commuter rail station in Munchen Airport Center. Tickets can be bought from vending machines or a ticket counter. The main stops include the Hauptbahnhof and the Marienplatz. The journey takes about 40 minutes, depending on the train and where you plan to get off.

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