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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest is to rideshare which costs €22 - €45 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs €80 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Oktoberfest?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Oktoberfest station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Munich central bus station via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Oktoberfest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at München Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

The distance between Cologne and Oktoberfest is 574 km. The road distance is 552.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €60 - €220.

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

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbf takes 4h 27m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Oktoberfest bus from?

Cologne to Oktoberfest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Oktoberfest train from?

Cologne to Oktoberfest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

The best way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs €60 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h 27m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €270 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Cologne to Oktoberfest bus arrive?

Cologne to Oktoberfest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Oktoberfest train arrive?

Cologne to Oktoberfest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Oktoberfest is 552 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Cologne to Oktoberfest.

Where can I stay near Oktoberfest?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Oktoberfest.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

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

Cologne to Oktoberfest - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest by train, bus, car, plane, car train, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
4h 47m
€60–220
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Munichrideshare 552.6 km
6h 24m
€22–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Munich central bus stationbus N28
9h 27m
€50–80
Drive 552.1 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Oktoberfestcar 552.1 km
5h 13m
€82–118
Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
3h 20m
€85–261
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
5h 13m
€96–217
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cologne to Fuldacar
2. Take the cartrain from Fulda to München Ostcartrain
7h 29m
€132–162
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
4h 9m
€98–262
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane FRA - MUC
3h 55m
€95–311

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC) flights

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Distance: 574 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Oktoberfest, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €95–220 and the journey takes 4h 27m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Munich central bus station once daily. Tickets cost €50–80 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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