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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Showing times and prices for 14 Jan
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
455 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Fast trains
Of the 37 trains that leave Munich Hbf for Cologne Hbf every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 455 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 29 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.
ICE 61823:496h15
Munich Hbf06:04Cologne Hbf
£231One-way
0 changes
ICE 522 · ICE 92019:516h14
Munich Hbf02:05Cologne Hbf
£411One-way
1 change
ICE 52219:514h40
Munich Hbf00:31Cologne Hbf
£431One-way
0 changes
ICE 1500 · ICE 520 · 4551 · IC 6040220:289h28
Munich Hbf05:56Cologne Hbf
£711One-way
3 changes
ICE 888 · ICE 102203:516h39
Munich Hbf10:30Cologne Hbf
£861One-way
1 change
ICE 726 · S607:544h29
Munich Hbf12:23Cologne Hbf
£1181One-way
1 change
ICE 526 · S617:544h29
Munich Hbf22:23Cologne Hbf
£1181One-way
1 change
ICE 722 · S609:544h29
Munich Hbf14:23Cologne Hbf
£1181One-way
1 change
ICE 628 · S611:544h29
Munich Hbf16:23Cologne Hbf
£1521One-way
1 change
ICE 620 · S615:544h29
Munich Hbf20:23Cologne Hbf
£1521One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 455 km
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Live departures
Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Tuesday 13 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 18:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 522 · ICE 920 | On time 18:51 Munich Hbf | 6h14 | 01:05 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 522 | Delayed 18:51 Munich Hbf | 4h40 | 23:32 23:32Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 1500 · ICE 520 · 4551 · IC 60402 | On time 19:28 Munich Hbf | 9h28 | 04:56 Cologne Hbf | 3 changes | |
| ICE 618 | On time 22:49 Munich Hbf | 6h15 | 05:04 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 14 January | |||||
| ICE 888 · ICE 1022 | On time 02:51 Munich Hbf | 6h39 | 09:30 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 888 · ICE 1022 · ICE 204 | On time 02:51 Munich Hbf | 5h14 | 08:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 614 | On time 03:41 Munich Hbf | 5h24 | 09:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 822 · S6 | On time 03:48 Munich Hbf | 4h35 | 08:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 822 · ICE 1656 · ICE 1049 | On time 03:48 Munich Hbf | 6h30 | 10:18 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 726 · S6 | On time 06:54 Munich Hbf | 4h29 | 11:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 882 · ICE 926 · ICE 200 | On time 07:14 Munich Hbf | 4h51 | 12:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 882 · ICE 926 | On time 07:14 Munich Hbf | 6h08 | 13:22 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 610 | On time 07:49 Munich Hbf | 5h16 | 13:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 724 · S6 | 07:52 Munich Hbf | 4h31 | 12:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 722 · S6 | On time 08:54 Munich Hbf | 4h29 | 13:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 518 | On time 09:49 Munich Hbf | 5h16 | 15:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 720 · S6 | On time 09:52 Munich Hbf | 4h31 | 14:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 720 · ICE 1650 · IC 2012 | On time 09:52 Munich Hbf | 6h29 | 16:21 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 628 · S6 | On time 10:54 Munich Hbf | 4h29 | 15:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 788 · ICE 28 | On time 11:14 Munich Hbf | 6h21 | 17:35 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 788 · ICE 28 · ICE 106 | On time 11:14 Munich Hbf | 4h51 | 16:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 516 | On time 11:49 Munich Hbf | 5h16 | 17:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 626 · S6 | On time 11:52 Munich Hbf | 4h31 | 16:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 624 · S6 | On time 12:54 Munich Hbf | 4h29 | 17:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 118 · 22135 | On time 12:58 Munich Hbf | 5h04 | 18:02 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 786 · ICE 26 · ICE 104 | On time 13:14 Munich Hbf | 4h51 | 18:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 786 · ICE 26 | On time 13:14 Munich Hbf | 6h20 | 19:34 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 514 | On time 13:49 Munich Hbf | 5h16 | 19:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 622 · S6 | On time 13:52 Munich Hbf | 4h31 | 18:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 620 · S6 | On time 14:54 Munich Hbf | 4h29 | 19:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 784 · ICE 24 · ICE 102 | On time 15:16 Munich Hbf | 4h49 | 20:05 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 784 · ICE 24 | On time 15:16 Munich Hbf | 6h22 | 21:38 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 512 | On time 15:47 Munich Hbf | 5h18 | 21:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 528 · 4759 · IC 2347 | On time 15:50 Munich Hbf | 6h30 | 22:20 Cologne Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 528 · S6 | On time 15:50 Munich Hbf | 4h33 | 20:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 526 · S6 | On time 16:54 Munich Hbf | 4h29 | 21:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 524 | 17:52 Munich Hbf | 4h48 | 22:40 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 455 km distance in 4h 19m.
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
Coach from £19
Distance 455 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 02:12 |
Last train 21:34 |
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
Coach from £19
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Munich Hbf and Cologne Hbf from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 19m
Cheapest Price
£26
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
TGV
About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
TGV frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £102.
The train journey from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf covers a distance of 455 km and takes approximately 4h 19m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf is 455 km.
The first train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf leaves at 2:12.
The last train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf departs at 21:34.
Trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Munich Hbf and Cologne Hbf. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
To get from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from München Hbf to Köln Hbf is relatively scenic, offering views of the Bavarian countryside, rolling hills, and the Rhine Valley, which includes charming towns and vineyards near the river.
A day trip from München Hbf to Köln Hbf is not feasible as the travel duration is 4h 19m. However, there are 6 trains available per day for this journey. The distance is 455 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Munich Hbf and Cologne Hbf
Munich
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Munich is München Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at München Hbf for your trip from Munich to Cologne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Cantina Estación Mediterrano
- Rischart Bakery
- Ditsch Pretzels
- backWERK
- Cafe-Shop
- Le Crobag
- Yorma's
- Coffee Fellows
- Dunkin Donuts
- McDonald's
- & many more
Accessibility
- Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- a&o München Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel München
- Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
- There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your journey to Cologne from Munich.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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