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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Munich to Cologne

Showing times and prices for 30 Apr

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£46

Fastest journey

5 h 50 m

Average duration

6 h 4 m

Buses per day

Distance

456 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Munich to Cologne will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 13 buses that leave Munich for Cologne every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 456 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

15:106h20

Munich

21:30Cologne

£241One-way

0 changes

17:306h00

Munich

23:30Cologne

£291One-way

0 changes

16:005h50

Munich

21:50Cologne

£291One-way

0 changes

FlixBus

02:008h15

Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)

10:15Köln, Flughafen

£311One-way

0 changes

14:006h10

Munich

20:10Cologne

£331One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Munich to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

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Coach	Most popular Train	Flight
£54 Average Price Cheapest	£81 Average Price	£184 Average Price
12h 20m average duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 52m average duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 43m average duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Munich to Cologne bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday 29 April

Last updated at 18:50

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus	19:20 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h40	04:00 Köln, Flughafen	0 changesdirect
FlixBus · FlixBus	20:50 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz	7h30	04:20 Köln, Flughafen	1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus	21:45 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz	9h20	07:05 Köln, Flughafen	1 change
Wednesday 30 April
FlixBus	00:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h15	08:15 Köln, Flughafen	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	06:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)	8h20	14:35 Köln, Flughafen	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	08:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h35	18:20 Köln, Flughafen	0 changesdirect
FlixBus	17:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)	9h10	02:40 Köln, Flughafen	0 changesdirect
30493 · 50428	18:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)	21h10	15:40 Cologne	1 change
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ReviewsReviews for the bus trip from Munich to Cologne

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Pro

Low price

No change

Staff friendly

Cons

No WC

The staff were extremely friendly and helped us with our luggage. In addition, the FlixBus arrived at the station on time. Another positive aspect was that we didn't have to change buses. There was also wifi access and power sockets above the seats. There were no toilets on the bus. However, breaks were taken during the journey.

Pro

Punctual

Cleaned bus

Good climate

Cons

Everything was good

The journey to Cologne was good. The bus was not delayed on departure and we were on time. The driver was friendly and did his job well. I booked my seat in advance and this worked well as there were no double bookings. The temperature in the bus was pleasant and the ventilation worked well. My seat was clean and my seat neighbour was quite interesting, we had a good conversation. The journey was fine.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Munich to Cologne

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Buses from Munich to Cologne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 11h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £18 by train.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £18

Distance

455 km

Average bus duration

11h 50m

Cheapest ticket price

£23

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

7h 30m

First bus

01:00

Last bus

22:55

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from £18

Coach companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and BlaBlaCar Bus Munich to Cologne

Find the best coaches between Munich and Cologne with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and BlaBlaCar Bus from £13. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Munich to Cologne coach information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 6 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: £13

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French coach provider from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French car sharing service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long coach journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one cabin bag and up to two hold bags.

Buses from Munich to Cologne: Journey Details

There are buses from Munich to Cologne at regular intervals every day. Travellers can choose from several operators including Flixbus, Postbus, Infobus, Eurolines Germany and Megabus. The first buses covering this popular route leave in the early hours of the morning and there are departures till late at night. Most service providers offer at least one overnight option and providers like Flixbus might have as many as 10 buses on one day. Passengers can expect to arrive in Cologne 7 to 10 hours after departure and an average journey is likely to be around 8 hours.

Taking the Bus from Munich

Travellers using buses from Munich to Cologne will depart from Munich ZOB or main bus station in the central Hackerbrucke district. The striking, highly modern station is a city landmark and is right next door to the main railway station. Travellers can reach the rail station by local 'Hackerbrucke' S-Bahn train (lines S1 to S8) or take local tram services including the 16 and 17. Local MVG buses also stop at the station and taxis will be happy to fetch travellers from any district.

Getting into Cologne by Bus

Cologne enjoys an exciting location on the famous River Rhine and is one of Germany's most beautiful cities. The Kolner Dom (cathedral) and Great St. Martin Church or unique attractions like Kolumba appeal to all tastes. Most buses from Munich to Cologne arrive at the city's ZOB or main bus station at Breslauer Platz which is adjacent to the Hauptbahnhof or railway station. Travellers can reach most parts of the city easily by public transport and S-Bahn, U-Bahn trains and trams connect each district. Those travelling by Megabus will arrive at the new bus station at Gummersbacher Str in the Deutz district which is just across the River Rhine from the ZOB and close to the Koln/Messe/Deutz S-Bahn stop. Local bus services run throughout the day and night buses are also available.

FAQs: Munich to Cologne coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Munich to Cologne with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Munich to Cologne.

Cheap coach tickets from Munich to Cologne can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Munich to Cologne is £54; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Munich to Cologne coach time is 7 h 30 min covering the 282 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Munich to Cologne leaves at 01: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Munich to Cologne leaves at 22: 55.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Munich to Cologne without having to change trains with FlixBus or Trans Turist. There are 8 direct coaches from Munich to Cologne each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a coach from Munich to Cologne, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Globtour Medjugorjie, Infobus or Trans Turist for the best way to get you to Cologne. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Munich and Cologne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

The cheapest month to travel from Munich to Cologne by coach is January.

You have options as you can travel to Cologne from Munich 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

No, the coach from Munich to Cologne has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Munich to Cologne.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Munich to Cologne.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Munich to Cologne.

No, luggage for the coach from Munich to Cologne needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Munich to Cologne.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Munich to Cologne.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Munich to Cologne.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Munich to Cologne.

Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Cologne

Munich

Cologne

The major coach station for departures in Munich is München, ZOB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München, ZOB for your trip from Munich to Cologne.

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