Next train departures

Next departures for Cologne to Munich on October 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:30pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 10m	5:40pm	Munich Hbf	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	Train	12:31pm	Hbf	4h 42m	5:13pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn München	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	1:17pm	Unterfoehring Train Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Munich on October 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn München	Train	7:54pm	Hbf	5h 23m	1:17am	Unterfoehring Train Station	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:30am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 10m	11:40am	Munich Hbf	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:31am	Hbf	4h 41m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn München	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	1:17pm	Unterfoehring Train Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Munich on October 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:30pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 11m	11:41pm	Munich Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:30am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 10m	11:40am	Munich Hbf	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:31am	Hbf	4h 41m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn München	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	1:17pm	Unterfoehring Train Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Munich on October 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:53am	Hbf	5h 36m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:30am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 10m	11:40am	Munich Hbf	Fastest
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:31am	Hbf	4h 41m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn München	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	6h 36m	1:17pm	Unterfoehring Train Station	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:45am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 27m	11:12am	Munich Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Munich on October 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:53pm	Hbf	5h 36m	12:29am	Munich Hbf	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:35am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 5m	11:40am	Munich Hbf	Fastest
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:30am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 45m	11:15am	Munich Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:51am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 25m	11:16am	Munich Hbf	No tags
National Express + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:30am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	4h 45m	11:15am	Munich Hbf	No tags
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn	Train	6:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	5h 48m	12:29pm	Munich Hbf	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:51am	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	4h 25m	11:16am	Munich Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Munich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just THB 968, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

445 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTHB 968 - THB 5,251	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTHB 657 - THB 10,656	Average Duration5h 12m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Munich?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Munich

A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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B
Munich Airport
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C
München Hauptbahnhof
Munich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
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D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany
E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/512 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness3.6

Wi‑Fi2.9

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn ICE

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Munich by train

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 train ticket from Cologne to Munich?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Munich start at THB 657. The average price for this train route is around THB 2,857. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Munich?
The average train trip from Cologne to Munich takes 5h 12m and covers 455 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Munich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 75 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Munich?
The earliest train from Cologne to Munich departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 11:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Munich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Munich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Munich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Munich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10-02

THB 5,142

10-03

THB 2,886

Today

THB 4,745

10-05

THB 2,610

10-06

THB 2,570

10-07

THB 2,135

10-08

No data

10-09

No data

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Munich was searched and found on Oct 7, 2026 with a price of THB 2,135

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

You can expect to pay from THB 2,135 to THB 10,560 for a train ticket from Cologne to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 2,135 which is on 2026-10-07.