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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Bavaria

Composite routes from Cologne to Bavaria

Cheapest
4 h 8 min
Car
476 km.
from $26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leverkusen to Munich
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.43–$76.34

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
info@arjanitravel.com
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Cologne to München
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.53–$368.96
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.81–$534.35
Plane from Frankfurt to Nuremberg
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.14–$279.90
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$343.51

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.34–$292.62
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96

Lufthansa City

Website:
lufthansa-city.com/de/home.html
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.53–$368.96
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$31.81–$368.96

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$58.52

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Pasing
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$101.78–$120.86
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.80–$52.16
Train from Frankfurt to Würzburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.71–$45.80

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Flughafen München to Marienplatz
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Munich
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.72–$49.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bavaria?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Bavaria is to rideshare which costs $22.83 - $42.39 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Bavaria?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Bavaria is to train and fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Bavaria?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bavaria. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Marienplatz via Pasing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Cologne to Bavaria?

The distance between Cologne and Bavaria is 578 km. The road distance is 574.1 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Bavaria without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bavaria without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $92.39 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Bavaria?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Cologne to Bavaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Bavaria train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Bavaria?

The best way to get from Cologne to Bavaria is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $92.39 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, which costs $51.09 - $76.09 and takes 9h 8m. There are no good options to bus between Cologne to Bavaria.

Where does the Cologne to Bavaria train arrive?

Cologne to Bavaria train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Pasing station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Bavaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Bavaria is 574 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Cologne to Bavaria.

Where can I stay near Bavaria?

There are 416+ hotels available in Bavaria. Prices start at $30.17 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Bavaria?

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