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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Munich Hbf | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Munich Hbf | Fastest | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + S-Bahn München | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Unterfoehring Train Station | No tags | ||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Munich Hbf | No tags | ||||
| Train | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Munich Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 MAD 91, 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 traveling 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 from MAD 91. The average price for this train route is around MAD 719. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Munich?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Munich is 5h 12m, covering a distance of 283 miles (455 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Munich route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 71 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Munich?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Munich at 6:21am. And the latest train departs at 11:54pm.
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 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 11 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 2.8.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Munich?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 Aug 18, 2026 with a price of MAD 586To 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 MAD 586 to MAD 2,693 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 MAD 586 which is on 2026-08-18.
