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Munich to Cologne
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Compare prices to get from Munich to Cologne
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easyJet11h 50m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$ 128One way
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1 stop
Lufthansa1h 10m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$ 198One way
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Direct
Croatia Airlines20h 35m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$ 324One way
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1 stop
Eurowings7h 45m
Munich International AirportCologne Bonn Airport
US$ 325One way
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1 stop
- 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 transport options from Munich to Cologne
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne costs only US$ 30 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 1h 10m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
US$ 138
Average duration
1h 10m
Departure time
06:45 - 20:40
Direct options
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
US$ 30
Average duration
5h 5m
Departure time
04:58 - 20:06
Direct options
Buses
Average price
US$ 32
Average duration
10h 8m
Departure time
07:00 - 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?
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Munich to Cologne?
According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Munich to Cologne is July, with an average price of US$ 152. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically September, with an average price of up to US$ 236.
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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 Thursday, with an average price of US$ 22.
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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$ 32.
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From Munich to Cologne: Travel Information
Companies operating from Munich to Cologne
Find stations and airports 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
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)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Severinstr., 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.
Hansaring
Cologne Gummersbacher
FAQ – How to Get from Munich to Cologne
How far is it from Munich to Cologne?
The distance from Munich to Cologne is about 435km (270 mi).How to get from Munich to Cologne?
There are 3 modes of transport available from Munich to Cologne, including Flights Trains Buses.What is 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 1 hour 10 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 5m.Buses takes on average 10h 8m.What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne?
The cheapest way to get from Munich to Cologne is by Trains, with an average price of US$ 30. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Buses costs around US$ 32 on avergae.Flights costs around US$ 138 on average.Where do trips from Munich to Cologne usually depart and arrive?
Travellers typically choose the following departure and arrival points from Munich to Cologne: Flights usually departs from Augsburg Airport and arrives at Cologne Bonn Airport Trains usually departs from München Hbf (tief) and arrives at Heumarkt, Köln Buses usually departs from Odeonsplatz, München and arrives at Cologne Central Bus Station .When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Munich to Cologne?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: flights from Munich to Cologne are usually cheapest July, with an average fare of US$ 152 flights from Munich to Cologne are usually cheapest Thursday, with an average fare of US$ 22 flights from Munich to Cologne are usually cheapest Monday, with an average fare of US$ 32 .Is there a time difference between Munich and Cologne?
The time difference between Munich and Cologne is 0m.