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Ten ways to Travel from Munich to Cologne

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By car (466 km)
4 h 56 min
466 km.
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Rideshare
4 h 56 min
466 km.
from $17.73
Bus, Train
7 h 17 min
310 km.
from $77.41
Train
8 h 31 min
308 km.
from $169.30
Train, Plane (Train)
6 h 2 min
310 km.
from $206.63
Train, Plane (Train)
6 h 2 min
310 km.
from $235.07
Train, Plane (Train)
7 h 11 min
310 km.
from $196.96
Train, Plane (Train)
7 h 14 min
310 km.
from $240.65
Train, Plane (Train)
7 h 11 min
310 km.
from $199.89

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Munich central bus station to Verona
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$39.24–$55.69

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Munich - Bus Station to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.97–$54.43

Busitalia Simet S.p.A.

Phone:
+39 098 3520 315
Email:
Website:
simetbus.it/portale/
Bus from Munich central bus station to Verona
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$51.90–$60.76

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$303.79

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Linate
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$949.33
Plane from Munich International Airport to Valerio
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$1,265.78
Plane from Munich International Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$696.18
Plane from Munich International Airport to Venice
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$886.04
Plane from Munich International Airport to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.84–$1,012.62

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$556.94
Plane from Munich International Airport to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$303.79–$1,139.20

Air Dolomiti

Website:
airdolomiti.it/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Linate
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$949.33
Plane from Munich International Airport to Valerio
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$1,265.78
Plane from Munich International Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$696.18
Plane from Munich International Airport to Venice
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.89–$886.04
Plane from Munich International Airport to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$227.84–$1,012.62

Alitalia

Website:
alitalia.com/
Plane from Munich International Airport to Linate
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.24–$620.23

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$13.92–$34.18

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Ostbahnhof to Kufstein
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$35.44–$39.24
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$32.91–$36.71
Train from Brennero Brenner to Verona
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$56.96–$64.55
Train from Bologna Centrale to Verona
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$44.30

WESTbahn Gmbh

Phone:
+43 1 89900
Email:
Website:
westbahn.at/
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.19–$35.44

Railjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/railjet
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$29.11

ÖBB

Phone:
05 17 17
Website:
oebb.at/de/
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$22.78

Meridian, BOB & BRB

Phone:
+49 8024 997171
Email:
Website:
brb.de/
Train from Ostbahnhof to Kufstein
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$32.91

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Muenchen Hbf to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
10h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.62–$215.18

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Marienplatz to Flughafen
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.33–$15.19
Train from Brennero Brenner to Verona
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$54.43
Train from Venezia Mestre to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$40.50
Train from Bologna Centrale to Verona
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$9.49–$26.58

Trenitalia Frecce

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$50.63
Train from Milan Centrale to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$53.16
Train from Venezia Mestre to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$75.95
Train from Bologna Centrale to Verona
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$59.49

ItaloTreno

Phone:
+39 06 8937 1892
Website:
italotreno.it/it
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$31.64–$40.50
Train from Milan Centrale to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$34.18–$43.04
Train from Venezia Mestre to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.30–$58.23
Train from Bologna Centrale to Verona
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$37.97–$48.10

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Bologna Centrale to Verona
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.76–$15.19

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.23
Train from Pioltello Limito to Rovato
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.80–$4.94
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.44–$6.96

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Email:
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.58–$82.28
Train from Milan Centrale to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$30.38–$82.28
Train from Venezia Mestre to Brescia
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.16–$107.59

European Sleeper

Email:
Website:
europeansleeper.eu/
Train from Kufstein to Innsbruck
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.33–$10.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne is to bus which costs $36.96 - $53.26 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Munich - Bus Station and arriving at Cologne via Brescia Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ostbahnhof and arriving at Cologne via Kufstein, Innsbruck Hbf, Brennero Brenner, Verona Porta Nuova and Brescia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

How far is it from Munich to Cologne?

The distance between Munich and Cologne is 495 km. The road distance is 487.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Cologne without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 17m and costs $42.39 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Munich to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Cologne bus from?

Munich to Cologne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Munich - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Munich to Cologne?

The best way to get from Munich to Cologne is to train which takes 8h 31m and costs $54.35 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $53.26 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Munich to Cologne bus arrive?

Munich to Cologne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Brescia - North Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Munich and Cologne?

It is currently 11:33 at both, Munich and Cologne.

Where does the Munich to Cologne train arrive?

Munich to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Kufstein station.

Can I drive from Munich to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Cologne is 487 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Munich to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $42.79 per night.
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