Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
456 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Cologne will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 14 buses that leave Munich for Cologne on Tue, Jul 15, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 15 the direct buses cover the 456 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.
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 bus with prices starting from €25. 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 bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €80.
Distance: 282 miles (455 km)
Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€60 Average price Cheapest | €128 Average price | €157 Average price |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m 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.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:05 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 7h45 | 3:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 10h20 | 8:45 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 transfer | |
Tuesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h15 | 8:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 22h45 | 4:25 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h30 | 2:45 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h40 | 6:25 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h35 | 8:20 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h10 | 2:40 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 21h10 | 3:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h40 | 4:00 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h10 | 3:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Distance 282 miles (455 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
For as little as $19 (€15) you can travel by bus from Munich to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar and BlaBlaCar Bus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
FlixBus from Munich to Cologne bus information:
The journey by bus from Munich to Cologne takes you through Germany's most scenic countryside in 8 to 10 hours. The route is fairly popular, so there are up to 15 departures both weekdays and on the weekend, spread out conveniently throughout the day. Most journeys are direct, especially if the journey takes place overnight. This option is the fastest since the roads stay clear of traffic at night.
The duration of the journey by bus from Munich to Cologne varies according to the time of day and route. The overnight bus tends to be the fastest, with a total journey time of 8 to 9 hours. During the daytime, the travel time may increase, especially if there is a transfer involved. Despite that, there tends to be at least one fast bus during the day as well, with an approximate travel time of 8 hours.
The route from Munich to Cologne is definitely not the road less traveled, with approximately 13 departures daily. Passengers can take their pick from a varied timetable, with around two departures per hour in the morning from around 8.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. and in the evening between 9.00 p.m. and 10.00 p.m. The first bus from Munich to Cologne leaves just after midnight, while the last one is between 10.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. There are departures scheduled in the late afternoon as well, meaning that the journey extends overnight and the arrival is in the small hours of the morning.
Departure bus station: The departure station for most buses from Munich to Cologne is Munich Central Bus Station, abbreviated to ZOB. The station is fairly central, only one stop away by S-Bahn, the overground train, making it possible to reach the city center in around 3 minutes. The Munich Central Bus Station is a modern, vibrant building, accessible by wheelchair, and offering diverse food and drink options, shopping, locker and waiting room facilities, as well as restrooms. Some buses from Munich to Cologne leave from the station Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz, which is farther away from the Munich city center, 30 to 40 minutes by public transport, with changes. This bus terminal is accessible by wheelchair and has a cafeteria, restrooms, lockers, and a heated waiting area during the colder months.
Arrival bus station: The arrival station for all buses from Munich to Cologne is the Cologne Airport station. The travel time to the city center varies between 20 and 50 minutes and involves changing public transport and trains. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport, various food and drink options are to be found on-site, and it is accessible to people with disabilities.
The journey by bus from Munich to Cologne is operated by the company FlixBus, which covers the connecting buses as well if that should be the case with your journey.
On the route from Munich to Cologne, FlixBus operates up to 15 departures daily, with the frequency slightly increasing towards the weekend. Most of the buses are direct. The journeys requiring changes includes a waiting time of approximately one hour in the transfer station.
With the FlixBus, there is are no class differentiated seating options but all seats offer plenty of legroom. For a small fee, travelers have the option of choosing their seats. The FlixBus luggage policy states that travelers can take 1 piece of carry-on, like a backpack, and have 2 pieces of checked-in luggage. The carry-on luggage must not exceed 15lbs, while the checked luggage can weigh up to 44lbs. Free WiFi is provided onboard all throughout the trip and there is a restroom available for passengers, but be sure to bring sanitizer, as not all buses have running water. Unfortunately, only Certified Service animals are allowed on the FlixBus. Bikes can be taken on board, as the buses from Munich to Cologne have a special holder. Travelers with limited mobility must contact the provider's Customer Service, at least 7 days prior to the trip. Unfortunately, not all vehicles have the necessary facilities for people using a wheelchair, so special arrangements have to be made. Wheelchairs must have certain features, so be sure to get in contact with FlixBus to set up the final details for your trip by bus from Munich to Cologne.
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