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475 km.
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Bavaria, Germany → Cologne, Germany

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bavaria to Cologne

Composite routes from Bavaria to Cologne

Cheapest
4 h
Car
475 km.
from $26
Other
3 h 20 min
Train, Plane
386 km.
from $151.41
3 h 58 min
Train, Plane
386 km.
from $196.52
4 h 14 min
Train, Plane
386 km.
from $253.93
3 h 20 min
Bus, Plane
386 km.
from $218.15

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 3
Lufthansa
Website
Eurowings
Website
Lufthansa City
Website
Lufthansa
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$33.08–$381.68
Eurowings
Website
1h 10m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$89.06–$305.34
Lufthansa City
Website
1h 10m
Every day
$33.08–$356.23
Train operators
Found: 7
NS
Website
Eurostar
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
National Express
Website
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
Urlaubs-Express
Website
NS
Website
52 min
Every 4 hours
$24.17–$59.80
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Eurostar
Website
38 min
6 times a week
$31.81–$69.97
+44 343 218 6186
+44 343 218 6186
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
4h 29m
Every 2 hours
$108.14–$120.86
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
50 min
Every 15 minutes
$12.72–$19.08
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
National Express
Website
40 min
Every 20 minutes
$12.72–$19.08
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
TRI Train Rental GmbH
Website
48 min
6 times a week
+49 9126 301 90 70
+49 9126 301 90 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Urlaubs-Express
Website
2h 41m
Once a week
$114.50–$139.95
+49 (0) 221 800 20 820
+49 (0) 221 800 20 820
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Other operators
Found: 1
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
6h
Hourly
$27.99–$44.53
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
Arjani Travel
Website
Trans Turist
Website
Arjani Travel
Website
8h 30m
Twice a week
+355 68 20 63 724
+355 68 20 63 724
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Trans Turist
Website
10h 5m
Once daily
$48.35–$62.34
387 35 320-325
387 35 320-325
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bavaria to Cologne is to rideshare which costs $23.91 - $38.04 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bavaria to Cologne is to train and fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $81.52 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Bavaria and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from München Hbf and arriving at Cologne. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bavaria and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bavaria to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Marienplatz and arriving at Köln Hbf via Pasing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Bavaria to Cologne?

The distance between Bavaria and Cologne is 580 km. The road distance is 573.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bavaria to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Bavaria to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bavaria to Cologne bus from?

Bavaria to Cologne bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from München Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Bavaria to Cologne train from?

Bavaria to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Pasing station.

Train or bus from Bavaria to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bavaria to Cologne is to bus which takes 8h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $97.83 - $119.57 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Bavaria to Cologne bus arrive?

Bavaria to Cologne bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Cologne station.

Where does the Bavaria to Cologne train arrive?

Bavaria to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Bavaria to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bavaria to Cologne is 574 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Bavaria to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Bavaria to Cologne?

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