How to get from
Munich to Cologne
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Compare prices to get from Munich to Cologne
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$39|7h 20m
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Eurowings1h 10m
Munich AirportCologne Airport
$119One way
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Nonstop
Eurowings1h 10m
Munich AirportCologne Airport
$165One way
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Condor Airlines14h 35m
Munich AirportCologne Airport
$194One way
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Eurowings13h 30m
Munich AirportCologne Airport
$206One way
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- Prices shown from Munich to Cologne are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare flights, trains, and buses from Munich to Cologne
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne costs only $35 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 58m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
$135
Average duration
3h 58m
Departure Time
06:50 - 20:40
Direct options
Trains
Average price
$37
Average duration
5h 3m
Departure Time
14:20 - 20:06
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
$35
Average duration
9h 54m
Departure Time
04:45 - 06:25
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Munich to Cologne?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Munich to Cologne?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Munich to Cologne is October, with an average price of $148; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to $229.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Munich to Cologne?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Munich to Cologne is Tuesday, with an average price of $9.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Munich to Cologne by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Munich to Cologne is Monday, with an average price of $35.
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Munich to Cologne travel tips
Find departure & arrival points near Munich and Cologne
Popular airports near Munich
Munich Airport (MUC)
Augsburg Airport (AGB)
Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Nearby
Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Munich
München Hbf (tief)
München Hbf
München Hbf Gl.27-36
München Hbf Gl.5-10
Hauptbahnhof Nord, München
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Koln Dom/Hbf (tief)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Popular bus stations near Munich
Odeonsplatz, München
Max-Weber-Platz, München
Munich Central Station (Station Hall)
Hauptbahnhof Nord, München
Hauptbahnhof Nord, München
Popular bus stations near Cologne
Cologne Central Bus Station
Cologne Johannisstrasse
Cologne Ottopl.
Cologne Gummersbacher
Cologne West station (train)
How to travel from Munich to Cologne: FAQs
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How far is it from Munich to Cologne?
It’s about 435 km (270 mi) from Munich to Cologne. -
How do I get from Munich to Cologne?
You can travel from Munich to Cologne in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Munich to Cologne?
The fastest way to get from Munich to Cologne is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 58 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 3m.Buses takes on average 9h 54m. -
What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Munich to Cologne?
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne is by Buses, with an average price of $35. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around $37 on avergae.Flights costs around $135 on average. -
What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Munich and Cologne?
For trips between Munich and Cologne, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Munich Airport and arrive at Cologne Airport; Trains depart from München Hbf (tief) and arrive at Heumarkt, Köln; Buses depart from Odeonsplatz, München and arrive at Cologne Central Bus Station. -
How far in advance should I book tickets from Munich to Cologne to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Munich to Cologne are typically cheapest October, with an average fare of $148. Flights from Munich to Cologne are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of $9. Flights from Munich to Cologne are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of $35 -
Are Munich and Cologne in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Munich and Cologne.