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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Munich to Cologne
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
456 km
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 £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 10 buses that leave Munich for Cologne every day 6 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 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.
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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 £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 456 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £198 Average Price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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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
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Cologne coaches for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 10h40 | 01:55 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 11h00 | 03:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h10 | 03:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
 30493 · 50428 | 19:30 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 21h10 | 16:40 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 19:50 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h10 | 04:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:15 München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 7h45 | 04:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 01:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h00 | 09:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h15 | 15:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 30489 · 50448 | 07:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 21h40 | 05:25 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 09:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h40 | 18:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h25 | 21:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Munich to Cologne
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Buses from Munich to Cologne run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 456 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 456 km |
Average bus duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Trans Turist from Munich to CologneYou can travel by bus between Munich to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Trans Turist for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Cologne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich and Cologne
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station)
- Bavarian Bistro (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 100 Metro: U1, U2 Train: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
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