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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leverkusen to Munich
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.43–$76.34

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Cologne to München
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.53–$368.96
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.81–$534.35
Plane from Frankfurt to Munich
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$445.29
Plane from Dortmund Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.78–$407.12
Plane from Münster Osnabrück International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.90–$445.29

Eurowings

Website:
eurowings.com
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.34–$292.62
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.14–$368.96
Plane from Dortmund Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.78–$407.12

Lufthansa City

Website:
lufthansa-city.com/de/home.html
Plane from Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.53–$368.96
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$31.81–$368.96
Plane from Münster Osnabrück International Airport to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$36.90–$407.12

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Frankfurt to Munich
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$610.68

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München
Ave. Duration:
4h 13m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.61–$165.39
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$58.52

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$108.14–$120.86
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.80–$52.16
Train from Köln Hbf to Münster
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$44.53–$50.89

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Flughafen München to Karlsplatz
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36
Train from Koeln Hbf to Holzwickede
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.36–$30.53
Train from Köln Hbf to Münster
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.08–$47.07

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Münster
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.99–$21.63

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Munich
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.72–$49.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest is to rideshare which costs $22.83 - $42.39 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest is to fly and train which takes 3h 33m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Oktoberfest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cologne and arriving at München Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Oktoberfest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at München Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

The distance between Cologne and Oktoberfest is 582 km. The road distance is 575.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

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

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbf takes 4h 16m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Oktoberfest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Oktoberfest train from?

Cologne to Oktoberfest train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

The best way to get from Cologne to Oktoberfest is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Cologne to Oktoberfest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Oktoberfest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Oktoberfest is 576 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Cologne to Oktoberfest.

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

Book your Cologne to Oktoberfest train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Oktoberfest?

There are 1204+ hotels available in Oktoberfest. Prices start at $35.08 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Oktoberfest?

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