The average train between Köln Hbf and Munich takes 4h 46m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Köln Hbf to Munich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Köln Hbf and Munich. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Köln Hbf is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Munich at 6:03 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Munich station. Services depart every 2 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 4h 46m.
Köln Hbf to Munich train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Köln Hbf to Munich train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at München Hbf station.
Book your Köln Hbf to Munich train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Köln Hbf and Munich is 456.2 km. The road distance is 573 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to München Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €100–210 and the journey takes 4h 37m. Four other operators also service this route.