Oktoberfest is the world’s largest and most famous beer festival, held annually in Munich, Germany, from the penultimate weekend of September until the first of October. It is a 16-day event that can be conveniently reached from the capital in September.
FS Treni Turistici Italiani, part of the FS Group, is offering a special connection with a direct express train from Roma Termini to Munich. This overnight service, called “Espresso Munich,” makes it possible to reach the famous beer festival without having to board a plane.
The event is held in the Theresienwiese, a large outdoor meadow that is transformed into a huge festival with stands serving traditional Bavarian beer, typical food, rides, music, folk dancing and lots of fun.
The origins of Oktoberfest date back to 1810, when a huge party was organized to celebrate the marriage of Crown Prince Ludwig to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen. The event was so successful that it was repeated the following year and then became an annual tradition. Today it is the world’s largest popular beer festival.
The train from Rome to Oktoberfest 2025
The train will leave Rome at 7:57 p.m. on Fridays, Sept. 26 and Oct. 3, with return scheduled at 3:30 p.m. on Sundays, Sept. 28 and Oct. 5. The route includes strategic stops such as Verona, Trento, Bolzano, Brenner, Innsbruck and Garmisch-Partenkirchen, offering a scenic journey through the Alps.
Bunks for exclusive use, single or double sleeping cars, and compartmentalized carriages can be booked to provide privacy and comfort as you travel at night. In addition, craft beers can be enjoyed on board, thus beginning the celebrations even before arrival. We recommend that you drink in moderation.
Tickets for the Munich Express train can be found on the Railbook platform starting at 99 euros.