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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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National Express + VIAS + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Munich Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Munich Hbf | Fastest | ||||
DB Regio NRW + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
National Express + DB Fernverkehr | Train | Hbf | Munich Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Munich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 5 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 712, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Munich?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig 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
- A
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany - C
München Hauptbahnhof
Munich Central Station, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany - D
München-Moosach
Moosach, 80992 München, Germany - E
München Donnersbergerbrücke
Donnersbergerbrücke, 80339 München, Germany
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Munich by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Munich?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Munich start from RUB 712. The average price for this train route is around RUB 6,410. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Munich?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Munich is 5h 12m, covering a distance of 455 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Munich route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 70 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 06:21. And the latest train departs at 23:57.
Which 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 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Munich?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the most punctual service 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 2.8 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.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Munich was searched and found on 23 Jun 2026 with a price of RUB 5,295To 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 RUB 5,295 to RUB 22,155 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 RUB 5,295, which is on 2026-06-23.
