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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Munich
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 $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Munich?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- 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
- AZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
- BMunich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
- D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
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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 $29. The average price for this train route is around $117. 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 22m and covers 456 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Munich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 64 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus, Eurostar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Munich?
The earliest train from Cologne to Munich departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:57pm.
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 EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Munich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
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 EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 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 EuroCity, 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Munich was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $119To 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 $119 to $427 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 $119 which is on 2025-12-21.
