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Munich to Cologne
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Eurowings1h 10m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$175One way
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Condor Airlines9h 25m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$276One way
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Lufthansa1h 10m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$282One way
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Nonstop
Lufthansa6h 50m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$354One 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 US$35 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 28m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
US$136
Average duration
3h 28m
Departure Time
07:15 - 20:40
Direct options
Trains
Average price
US$37
Average duration
5h 1m
Departure Time
09:28 - 22:06
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
US$35
Average duration
9h 55m
Departure Time
04:45 - 17:50
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· 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 US$147; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to US$228.
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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 Wednesday, with an average price of US$23.
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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 US$35.
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Find departure & arrival points near Munich and Cologne
Popular airports near Munich
Augsburg Airport (AGB)
Munich International Airport (MUC)
Salzburg Airport (SZG)
Nearby
Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Munich
Munich Central Station North
München Hbf (tief)
München Hbf Gl.27-36
München Hbf
München Hbf Gl.5-10
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 Montanusstrasse
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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 miles) 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 28 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 1m.Buses takes on average 9h 55m. -
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 US$35. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around US$37 on avergae.Flights costs around US$136 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 Augsburg Airport and arrive at Cologne Bonn Airport; Trains depart from Munich Central Station North 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 US$147. Flights from Munich to Cologne are typically cheapest Wednesday, with an average fare of US$23. Flights from Munich to Cologne are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of US$35 -
Are Munich and Cologne in the same time zone?
There is a 0h time difference between Munich and Cologne.