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

The cheapest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral is to train which costs €40 - €220 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs €75 - €210.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral. 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 47m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral. 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 31m.

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

The distance between Munich Airport (MUC) and Cologne Cathedral is 453 km. The road distance is 565.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf which takes 5h 31m and costs €100 - €490.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 1h 37m and costs €75 - €210. Alternatively, you can train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, which costs €100 - €490 and takes 5h 31m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 9h 47m.

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

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

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

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral 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 Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral is 565 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne Cathedral?

There are 1851+ hotels available in Cologne Cathedral.

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

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

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral - 9 ways to travel via train

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There are 9 ways to get from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
1h 37m
€75–210
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from München Ost to Köln Hbftrain Nj / ...
8h 17m
€43–214
Train via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
5h 31m
€109–485
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 47m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Munich-MUC to Cologne Cathedralrideshare 565.1 km
4h 40m
Drive 565.1 km
1. Drive from Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedralcar 565.1 km
4h 40m
€80–116
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
2h 5m
€79–233
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernb to Köln Hbftrain
2h 10m
€90–316
Train
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
6h 18m
€109–485

Munich Airport (MUC) to Cologne Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 453.1 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Munich Airport (MUC), Germany and Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, 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 €100–470 and the journey takes 4h 9m.

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