The average train between Munich and Köln Hbf takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Munich to Köln 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Munich and Köln Hbf. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Munich is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Köln Hbf at 6:04 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf station and arriving at Köln Hbf station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 58m.
Munich to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.
Munich to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
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The distance between Munich and Köln Hbf is 456.2 km. The road distance is 575 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €90–190 and the journey takes 4h 37m. Three other operators also service this route.