Munich U-Bahn Metro ()

The Munich U-Bahn is an electric rail rapid transit network in Munich, Germany. Since its opening on October 19, 1971, the U-Bahn has become an integral part of daily life for residents and visitors to Munich. The U-Bahn currently consists of eight lines, serving 96 stations (100 stations if the four interchange stations with different levels for different lines are counted twice), and a length of 103.1 kilometers ( Covers 64.1 miles) of routes. As a vital component of Munich's infrastructure, the U-Bahn symbolizes the city's commitment to providing a sophisticated, sustainable and well-connected public transport experience for its residents and visitors.

Operator
Operation start19 October 1971
Total Lines9 Metro Lines
Total Station175 Active Stations
Metro City/CountryMunich Germany
Official Webhttps://www.mvg.de/

Metro linesStationsTerminal stations
▣ U1 Line13Olympia-Einkaufszentrum ⇄ Mangfallplatz
▣ U2 Line29Feldmoching ⇄ Messestadt Ost
▣ U3 Line24Moosach ⇄ Fürstenried West
▣ U4 Line5Westendstraße ⇄ Arabellapark
▣ U5 Line26Laimer Platz ⇄ Neuperlach Süd
▣ U6 Line29Garching-Forschungszentrum ⇄ Klinikum Großhadern
▣ U7 Line40Westfriedhof ⇄ Neuperlach Zentrum
▣ U8 Line24Olympiazentrum ⇄ Sendlinger Tor
▣ U9 Line18Osloer Str. ⇄ Rathaus Steglitz

  • The Munich U-Bahn, officially known as the Munich S-Bahn and U-Bahn, began operations on 19 October 1971, marking the beginning of its services in the Bavarian capital.
  • Munich's U-Bahn system boasts an extensive network with eight lines (U1 to U8), providing extensive coverage of the city and its surrounding areas.
  • The U-Bahn integrates seamlessly with the Munich S-Bahn, creating a well-connected urban transit system that efficiently meets the transportation needs of residents and visitors.
  • Known for its punctuality and frequency, the U-Bahn in Munich provides reliable and timely services, contributing to the convenience of daily commuting.
  • Many sections of the U-Bahn are constructed deep underground, using tunneling techniques that allow efficient use of urban space.
  • U-Bahn stations in Munich have a variety of architectural styles, ranging from modern designs to stations that exhibit a more traditional Bavarian aesthetic.
  • The U-Bahn is integrated with other forms of public transportation, including buses and trams, creating a multimodal transit network for commuters.
  • Some U-Bahn stations in Munich incorporate art installations and unique designs, which contribute to the cultural and aesthetic atmosphere of the metro system.
  • Munich's U-Bahn uses an efficient ticketing system that allows passengers to use a single ticket for multiple modes of public transport within the city.
  • Munich places an emphasis on sustainability, and the U-Bahn is part of the city's efforts to provide an environmentally-friendly mode of transportation, contributing to Munich's reputation as a green city.
Metro NetworkLinesStations
Berlin U-Bahn Metro9175
Hamburg U Metro593
Nuremberg U-Bahn Metro349