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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Munich to Cologne Hbf

Composite routes from Munich to Cologne Hbf

Cheapest
4 h 56 min
Car
603 km.
from $33
Fastest
1 h 16 min
Plane

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Munich central bus station to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.43–$75.95

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
info@arjanitravel.com
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from München, ZOB to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Trans Turist

Phone:
387 35 320-325
Email:
rezervacije@transturist.ba
Website:
transturist.ba/
Bus from München, ZOB to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
10h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.10–$62.02

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$379.73
Plane from Munich International Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$569.60
Plane from Munich International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$455.68

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Munich International Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$303.79
Plane from Munich International Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$405.05

Lufthansa City

Website:
lufthansa-city.com/de/home.html
Plane from Munich International Airport to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$32.91–$354.42
Plane from Munich International Airport to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$29.11–$303.79

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Munich International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$607.57

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from München Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.62–$177.21
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$59.49

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.64–$69.62

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from München Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$126.58
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$32.91
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$53.16

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from München Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
7h 43m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.29–$202.52

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Marienplatz to Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Urlaubs-Express

Phone:
+49 (0) 221 800 20 820
Email:
info@urlaubs-express.de
Website:
urlaubs-express.de/
Train from München Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
7h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.25–$151.89
Train from München Ost to Würzburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$113.92–$139.24

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Munich to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$44.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne Hbf is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $38.04 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Munich to Cologne Hbf is to train and fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $81.52 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Cologne Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from München, ZOB and arriving at Cologne. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Cologne Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

The distance between Munich and Cologne Hbf is 582 km. The road distance is 574.1 km.

How do I travel from Munich to Cologne Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to Cologne Hbf without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

The train from München Hbf to Köln Hbf takes 4h 33m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Munich to Cologne Hbf bus from?

Munich to Cologne Hbf bus services, operated by Trans Turist, depart from München, ZOB station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Cologne Hbf train from?

Munich to Cologne Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

The best way to get from Munich to Cologne Hbf is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $59.78 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, which costs $52.17 - $92.39 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Munich to Cologne Hbf bus arrive?

Munich to Cologne Hbf bus services, operated by Trans Turist, arrive at Cologne station.

Where does the Munich to Cologne Hbf train arrive?

Munich to Cologne Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Cologne Hbf is 574 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Munich to Cologne Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Hbf?

There are 1538+ hotels available in Cologne Hbf. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Cologne Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich and Cologne Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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