MBS Munich Business School

Arrival Information

Arriving at Munich Airport

Arrival Information

Munich Airport (MUC) is located about 20 kilometers from Munich city center. The fastest and least expensive way to get to the city is via public transportation (S-Bahn). Therefore, after you arrive, look for the green S-Bahn ("Schnellbahn" = fast train) sign which leads you to the S-Bahn station. At the station you will find maps on how to find your way to your location. Two lines - S1 and S8 - run from the airport to downtown Munich. 

Purchasing a Ticket

You have to purchase the ticket before entering the S-Bahn from one of the ticket counters at the S-Bahn station. Choose a ticket that says ‘Gesamtnetz’ which currently (as of January 2010) costs €10.40 and is valid for the entire day. Alternatively, you may purchase a 3 day City Tour Card which covers you for your first 3 days in Munich.
You can pay via credit card or in cash (Euros only). After you receive the ticket, you have to get it stamped or validated for that day, which is done via a blue time-stamping machine near the station entrance (if you travel with an unstamped ticket or card, you'll be subject to a hefty fine).

Public Transportation and Student Tickets

Getting around via public transportation in Munich is the least expensive and most efficient way. Students may purchase a monthly ticket at a discount rate with their MBS student ID plus a MVV (name of public transportation system in Munich) application which can be obtained at MBS. Tickets are valid for a certain area within the city. To find out what area you will cover on a daily basis, ask the service person at the MVV ticket booth or use the Ticket-Navigator. Tickets within the city limits are about €40 per month and are valid for U-Bahn, S-Bahn, Tram or Buses.

 
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Cell Phone and Internet

There are many different cell phone providers and you may want to check out different options. Some providers such as O2 or T-Mobile offer special student rates as well as international call rates or flat rates.

Helpful Links:

Newcomer’s Guide to Munich (you will receive a hardcopy upon arrival at MBS): http://www.newcomers-network.de/bavaria/newcomers-guide/index.php

 
Munich Visitor’s and Tourist Guide: http://www.pubclub.com/europe/munich.htm

 
Information about Banking: http://www.newcomers-network.de/germany/newcomers-guide/banking_taxes/index.php

 

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