What is the cheapest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne is to drive which costs €75 - €120 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs €75 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Munich Airport (MUC) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Munich International Airport and arriving at Köln via Nuremberg central bus station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Munich Airport (MUC) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Flughafen München and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

The distance between Munich Airport (MUC) and Cologne is 453 km. The road distance is 564.4 km.

How do I travel from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne without a car is to train via München Hbf which takes 5h 15m and costs €100 - €480.

How long does it take to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne bus from?

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich International Airport station.

Where do I catch the Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne train from?

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs €75 - €210. Alternatively, you can train via München Hbf, which costs €100 - €480 and takes 5h 15m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne bus arrive?

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nuremberg central bus station.

Where does the Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne train arrive?

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne is 564 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne?

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

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
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1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
1h 34m
€76–206
Train via München Hbf
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
5h 15m
€109–475
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munich International Airport to Nuremberg central bus stationbus N05
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 084 / ...
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus
9h 42m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Munich-MUC to Colognerideshare 564.4 km
4h 40m
Drive 564.4 km
1. Drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Colognecar 564.4 km
4h 40m
€80–115
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
2h 5m
€86–233
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
2h 4m
€102–323
Train
1. Take the train from Muenchen Ost to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice
6h 49m
€108–474

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 452.9 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Munich Airport (MUC), Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Lufthansa, Eurowings, and Lufthansa City fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €100–460 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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