Bus from Cologne to Munich: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Munich on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB HackerbrückeCheapest
FlixbusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
ZOB HackerbrückeFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:12 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Munich

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    6carpool per day
    5h 50mAverage Duration
    456 kmDistance
    19kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$39 - $345Average Duration9h 50m
    11kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$29 - $409Average Duration5h 24m
    11kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$36 - $95Average Duration5h 50m
    19kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Munich by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Munich?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Munich start from $39. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Munich?

      The average bus travel time from Cologne to Munich is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 440 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Munich route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Munich?

      The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Munich at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Munich?

      A bus trip from Cologne to Munich generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Munich?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Munich?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OneBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Munich?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OneBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Munich?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OneBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    12-01
    $55
    12-02
    $55
    Today
    $52
    12-04
    $51
    12-05
    $51
    12-06
    $150
    12-07
    $55
    12-08
    $42
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Munich was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $42

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Munich, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $42 to $175 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-08.

    Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Munich?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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