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Cologne to München Hbf trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and München Hbf takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to München Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 40m
Duration
572 km
Distance
€110
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Cologne to München Hbf train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Cologne and München Hbf. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:30 PM which arrives into München Hbf at 11:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 5h 12m • Direct
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    train train 4h 9m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 5h 12m • Direct
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    train train 4h 9m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 5h 12m • Direct
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    train train 4h 9m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 5h 12m • Direct
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    train train 4h 9m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 5h 12m • Direct
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    train train 4h 9m • Direct
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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 4h 11m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 4h 10m • Direct
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    train train 5h 12m • Direct
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    train train 4h 9m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 572.3 km
  • Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and München Hbf, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €90–180 and the journey takes 4h 27m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 3 hours.

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