The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Munich
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€103
Fastest journey on Sep 23
4 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
4 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 23
55
Distance
456 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Munich will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 55 trains from Cologne to Munich, including 32 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 456 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 8 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
17379 · IC 60403 · ICE 69911:36 PM7h51Cologne Hbf7:27 AMMunich Hbf€351One-way2 transfers
ICE 61912:04 AM6h07Cologne Hbf6:11 AMMunich Hbf€401One-way0 transfers
ICE 9115:25 AM4h15Cologne Hbf9:40 AMMunich Hbf€601One-way0 transfers
IC 2440 · ICE 6156:53 PM5h42Cologne Hbf12:35 AMMunich Hbf€641One-way1 transfer
ICE 5115:48 AM4h44Cologne Hbf10:32 AMMunich Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
ICE 10135:32 PM4h08Cologne Messe/Deutz9:40 PMMunich Hbf€1361One-way0 transfers
ICE 9159:31 AM4h09Cologne Messe/Deutz1:40 PMMunich Hbf€1061One-way0 transfers
ICE 9137:30 AM4h10Cologne Messe/Deutz11:40 AMMunich Hbf€1061One-way0 transfers
ICE 9191:30 PM4h10Cologne Messe/Deutz5:40 PMMunich Hbf€1361One-way0 transfers
ICE 10113:30 PM4h11Cologne Messe/Deutz7:41 PMMunich Hbf€1361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne to Munich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a flight costs an average of €195.
Distance: 456 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€75 Average price | €195 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Munich:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Munich costing on average €75.
A bus is €157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Munich costing on average €195.
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 48m.
Bus takes on average 9h 16m.
Live departures
Cologne to Munich train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Munich trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 511 | Delayed 1:49 AM 3:49 AMCologne Hbf | 6h43 | 10:32 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529 | Delayed 7:02 AM 8:47 AMCologne Messe/Deutz | 4h25 | 11:17 AM 11:17 AMMunich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2040 · ICE 515 | Delayed 6:58 AM 8:53 AMCologne Hbf | 5h36 | 2:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593 | On time 8:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h19 | 1:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 915 | On time 9:31 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h09 | 1:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 621 | On time 9:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h25 | 2:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 515 | Delayed 8:05 AM 9:54 AMCologne Hbf | 4h35 | 2:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565 | On time 10:00 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h49 | 2:49 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 623 | On time 10:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h25 | 3:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2013 · ICE 517 | On time 10:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h36 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595 | On time 10:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h18 | 3:14 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 625 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h28 | 4:13 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 29 · ICE 919 | On time 11:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h47 | 5:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 517 | Delayed 9:58 AM 11:54 AMCologne Hbf | 4h35 | 4:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 627 | On time 12:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h28 | 5:13 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2044 · ICE 519 | On time 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h36 | 6:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597 | On time 12:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h20 | 5:16 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919 | On time 1:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h10 | 5:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 629 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h27 | 6:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 519 | On time 1:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h35 | 6:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 229 · ICE 1011 | On time 1:55 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h46 | 7:41 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 721 | 2:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h27 | 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2046 · ICE 611 | On time 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h39 | 8:32 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 109 · ICE 599 | On time 2:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h16 | 7:12 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1011 | On time 3:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h11 | 7:41 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 723 | On time 3:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h28 | 8:13 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 927 · ICE 1013 | On time 3:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h47 | 9:40 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 611 | 3:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h38 | 8:32 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 725 | On time 4:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h31 | 9:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2048 · ICE 613 | 4:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h36 | 10:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 201 · ICE 691 | On time 4:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h19 | 9:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1013 | On time 5:32 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h08 | 9:40 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 727 | On time 5:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h31 | 10:16 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 929 · ICE 1015 | On time 5:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h48 | 11:41 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 | 5:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h35 | 10:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 729 | 6:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h30 | 11:15 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2440 · ICE 615 | On time 6:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h36 | 12:29 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 203 · ICE 693 | On time 6:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h19 | 11:15 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1015 | On time 7:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h11 | 11:41 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 615 | 7:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 4h35 | 12:29 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
17379 · IC 60403 · ICE 699 | 11:36 PM Cologne Hbf | 7h51 | 7:27 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, September 23 | |||||
ICE 619 | 12:04 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h07 | 6:11 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 827 | On time 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h52 | 8:13 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
33611 · ICE 921 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 | 3:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h53 | 10:49 AM Munich Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 521 | On time 4:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h45 | 9:13 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 911 | On time 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h15 | 9:40 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 511 | On time 5:48 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h44 | 10:32 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 23 · ICE 711 · ICE 591 | On time 5:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h22 | 11:15 AM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 525 | On time 6:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h25 | 11:12 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2348 · ICE 513 | On time 6:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 5h36 | 12:29 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 · ICE 591 | On time 6:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h19 | 11:15 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 913 | On time 7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h10 | 11:40 AM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 | On time 7:47 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 4h25 | 12:12 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 513 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 4h35 | 12:29 PM Munich Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Cologne to Munich
Trains from Cologne to Munich run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 456 km distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 456 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Cologne to Munich trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Cologne and Munich from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Munich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Munich 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 Munich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Munich
Most Cologne to Munich trains use the Köln Hbf to München Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at München Ost. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Munich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Munich leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Munich station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke train station facilities and services
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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