Next available departures

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:30pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 10m	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Munich Fröttmaning	7h 45m	5:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:25pm	MUC Airport T2	12h 10m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:40pm	MUC Airport T2	12h	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:10pm	MUC Airport T2	9h 10m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:15pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 40m	2:55am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:20pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 40m	6:00am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:40pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 10m	5:50am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:25pm	MUC Airport T2	12h 10m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:35am	MUC Airport T2	10h 10m	11:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:25am	MUC Airport T2	13h	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:40pm	MUC Airport T2	12h	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:25am	MUC Airport T2	13h 35m	6:00pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:00am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:00am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 35m	3:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:25am	MUC Airport T2	13h	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:35am	MUC Airport T2	10h 10m	11:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:25pm	MUC Airport T2	12h 10m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:10pm	MUC Airport T2	9h 10m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:00am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 30m	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 40m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:30am	Munich Fröttmaning	8h 35m	9:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:35am	MUC Airport T2	10h 10m	11:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:25am	MUC Airport T2	13h	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	9:10pm	MUC Airport T2	9h 10m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:00am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 30m	4:45pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:00am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 40m	7:40pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
		8:30pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
		8:30pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	12:45pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 25m	10:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		7:28pm	Munich Hbf	5h 55m	1:23am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
		8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:35am	MUC Airport T2	10h 10m	11:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		6:19pm	Munich Hbf	6h 18m	12:37am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
		8:30pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
	Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:25am	MUC Airport T2	13h	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		6:19pm	Munich Hbf	6h 18m	12:37am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Munich to Cologne on September 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	2:00am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05pm	Leverkusen (Mitte Station)	Fastest
	8:45am	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	6:25am	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:35am	MUC Airport T2	10h 10m	11:45am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	8:30pm	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 20m	5:50pm	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:25am	MUC Airport T2	13h	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:25pm	MUC Airport T2	12h 10m	3:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:40pm	MUC Airport T2	12h	4:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Munich to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40train per day

4h 42mAverage Duration

455 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$161 - R$941	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$52 - R$1,664	Average Duration4h 42m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Munich and Cologne

Stops in Munich

A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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B
Munich Airport
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C
Fröttmaning
Werner-Heisenberg-Allee 21, 80939 Munich, Germany
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D
Hauptbahnhof Nord
Dachauer Straße 5 (Hauptbahnhof Nord), 80335 Munich
E
Munchen (Almanya)
Arnulfstraße 17, 80335 München, Germany
F
Munchen Airport
Flughafen München, 85356 München-Flughafen, Germany

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,655 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,835 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Munich to Cologne by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Munich to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Munich to Cologne start from R$161. The average price for this route is around R$270. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Munich to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Munich to Cologne is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 443 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Munich to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Munich to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Munich to Cologne at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Munich to Cologne?
A bus trip from Munich to Cologne generates an estimated 11.060424999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Munich to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12779 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Munich to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Munich to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

09-11

R$238

09-12

R$244

Today

R$250

09-14

R$200

09-15

R$169

09-16

R$163

09-17

R$556

09-18

R$625

The cheapest trip from Munich to Cologne was searched and found on Sep 16, 2026 with a price of R$163

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

You can expect to pay from R$163 to R$906 for a bus ticket from Munich to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$163 which is on 2026-09-16.