Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd train with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd

Showing times and prices for 02 Mar

Cheapest price

£79

Average price

£81

Fastest journey

4 h 42 m

Average duration

5 h 9 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

455 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd 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 Süd will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.

Fast trains

To travel from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd you need to make at least one change.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
04:414h56
Munich Hbf
09:37Cologne Süd
£791One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
05:444h53
Munich Hbf
10:37Cologne Süd
£791One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
00:016h18
Munich Hbf
06:19Cologne Süd
£821One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
04:114h42
Munich Hbf
08:53Cologne Süd
£821One-way
1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
05:334h55
Munich Hbf
10:28Cologne Süd
£821One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £111.

Distance: 455 km

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Coach

£111

Average Price

£86

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£39

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Cheapest

6h 30m

Average total duration

6h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

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1h 10m

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3h 0m

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7h 50m

Average total duration

7h 20m

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Live departures

Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd train times

The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 08:51
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)00:01 Munich Hbf
6h18
06:19 Cologne Süd1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)04:11 Munich Hbf
4h42
08:53 Cologne Süd1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)04:41 Munich Hbf
4h56
09:37 Cologne Süd1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)05:33 Munich Hbf
4h55
10:28 Cologne Süd1 change
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)05:44 Munich Hbf
4h53
10:37 Cologne Süd1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd by coach, train or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd

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Trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £111 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 08:28, the last at 08:28. The fastest train covers the 455 km distance in 6h 0m.

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 £39
Distance
455 km
Average train duration
6h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£111
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
6h 0m
First train
08:28
Last train
08:28
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 £39

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Munich Hbf and Cologne Süd from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 42m
Cheapest Price
£77
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
16 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 43m
Cheapest Price
£221
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd 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 Süd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £111, while the average price tends to be around £111.
The train journey from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd covers a distance of 455 km and takes approximately 6h 0m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd is 455 km.
The first train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd leaves at 8:28.
The last train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd departs at 8:28.
Trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd.
To get from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd.
The cheapest way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd is by coach, costing approximately £39.
Booking trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd 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 Süd offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque Rhine Valley, known for its vineyards, castles, and charming villages.
A day trip from München Hbf to Köln Süd is not feasible, as the journey takes 6h 0m and trains run 6 times per day over a distance of 455 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Süd.

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Important Stations and Airports in Munich Hbf and Cologne Süd

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
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes.
Lockers
Lockers
  • The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
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
  • Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • a&o München Hauptbahnhof
  • IntercityHotel München
  • Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • There is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.

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