What is the cheapest way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs €80 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Munich Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from München, ZOB and arriving at Köln. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Munich Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from München Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Munich Hbf and Cologne is 581 km. The road distance is 551 km.

How do I travel from Munich Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €100 - €460.

How long does it take to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

The train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 4h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Munich Hbf to Cologne bus from?

Munich Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich Hbf to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

The best way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €100 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 8h 33m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €240 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Munich Hbf to Cologne bus arrive?

Munich Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Munich Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich Hbf to Cologne is 551 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Munich Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1817+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Munich Hbf to Cologne?

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

Munich Hbf to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, car train, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
4h 9m
€100–460
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Colognerideshare 552.7 km
6h 17m
€22–35
Bus via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusenbus N28
8h 33m
€40–75
Drive 551 km
1. Drive from Munich Hbf to Colognecar 551 km
5h 13m
€79–113
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
3h 16m
€81–237
Car train, drive
1. Take the cartrain from München Ost to Fuldacartrain
2. Drive from Fulda to Colognecar
7h 16m
€126–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from München, ZOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
11h 36m
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
3h 47m
€85–254
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
3h 46m
€109–335
Fly to Münster Osnabrück International Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)plane MUC - FMO
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain
5h 51m
€148–404

Munich Hbf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 580.8 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Munich Hbf, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

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. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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