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

The cheapest way to get from Oktoberfest to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €22 - €40 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oktoberfest to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs €80 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Oktoberfest and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Oktoberfest station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Oktoberfest 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 10m.

How far is it from Oktoberfest to Cologne?

The distance between Oktoberfest and Cologne is 576 km. The road distance is 551.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Oktoberfest to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €95 - €220.

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

The train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Oktoberfest to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oktoberfest to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Oktoberfest to Cologne?

The best way to get from Oktoberfest to Cologne is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs €95 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 8h 44m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €260 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Oktoberfest to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oktoberfest to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oktoberfest to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Oktoberfest to Cologne is 552 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Oktoberfest to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Oktoberfest to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1831+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Oktoberfest to Cologne?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
4h 28m
€95–220
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Colognerideshare 552.7 km
6h 24m
€22–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusenbus N28
8h 44m
€50–75
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Muenchen Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
7h 41m
€35–115
Drive 551.8 km
1. Drive from Oktoberfest to Colognecar 551.8 km
5h 15m
€82–118
Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
3h 39m
€84–260
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
4h 11m
€92–270
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
4h 47m
€105–313
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
6h 18m
€148–377

Oktoberfest to Cologne by foot and train

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Distance: 576.5 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €95–220 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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