All aboard the Munich Express—Italy’s brand-new overnight “beer train” setting the tone for Oktoberfest before you even disembark. From the moment the train pulls away from Rome at 8:00 PM on select Fridays, travelers are plunged into a Bavarian wonderland: vibrant music, flowing draft beer, and hearty festival snacks like pretzels and sausages instantly transform the journey into a celebration on rails.
Operated by FS Treni Turistici Italiani, this themed sleeper train—also known as the Espresso Monaco—turns a scenic 16-hour journey through Florence, Bologna, Verona, and the Alps into the opening act for Germany’s iconic beer festival. Cabins range from sleeping berths and couchettes to private compartments, with options for solo travelers, couples, or families seeking a four-berth setup.
Service runs only on two weekends of Oktoberfest 2025: departing Rome on September 26 and October 3, arriving in Munich early Saturday afternoon. Return trips depart Munich Sunday afternoon, safely delivering passengers back to Rome by Monday morning.
Tickets start at just €99 one-way, and booking a round trip offers a discount—€89 each way—making it an easy, affordable alternative to air travel or driving.
Additional pick-up points in northern Italy—such as Trento, Verona, Bolzano, Bressanone, Fortezza, Vipiteno, Colle Isarco, and Brennero—offer added flexibility for travelers. All in all, the Munich Express delivers the Oktoberfest experience in full swing, ensuring the festivities begin the moment the train doors close.
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