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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

Showing times and prices for Dec 22

Cheapest price

$71

Average price

$136

Fastest journey

4 h 9 m

Average duration

4 h 9 m

Trains per day

37

Distance

454 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.

Fast trains

Of the 37 trains that leave Munich Hbf for Cologne Messe/Deutz on Mon, Dec 22, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 454 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .

On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 4 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.

Deutsche BahnICE 698 · IC 60402 · S6
10:46PM7h33
Munich Hbf
06:19AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$711One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 510 · 17440
07:28PM4h55
Munich Hbf
12:23AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$961One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 522 · ICE 920 · 26844
07:51PM6h33
Munich Hbf
02:24AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$961One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1014
04:11AM4h18
Munich Hbf
08:29AMCologne Messe/Deutz
$961One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 590 · ICE 100 · 10937
06:45PM4h37
Munich Hbf
11:22PMCologne Messe/Deutz
$961One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €80.

Distance: 282 miles (454 km)

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€116

Average price

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5h 10m

Average total duration

4h 40m

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Live departures

Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times

The table below shows live departures for Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:42 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 698 · ICE 826
On time
9:46 PM Munich Hbf
8h28
6:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 1080 · 4600 · ICE 824
On time
10:00 PM Munich Hbf
9h14
7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 1080 · 4600 · ICE 18 · 2680910:00 PM Munich Hbf
8h52
6:52 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz3 transfers
Monday, December 22
deutsche_bahnICE 1014
On time
3:11 AM Munich Hbf
4h18
7:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 822
On time
3:48 AM Munich Hbf
4h26
8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 614 · IC 2409 · 285144:33 AM Munich Hbf
6h00
10:33 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 820
On time
4:50 AM Munich Hbf
4h24
9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1012
On time
5:20 AM Munich Hbf
4h09
9:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 612 · IC 2407 · 106236:28 AM Munich Hbf
6h13
12:41 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 726
On time
6:54 AM Munich Hbf
4h20
11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 1010
On time
7:19 AM Munich Hbf
4h10
11:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 724
On time
7:52 AM Munich Hbf
4h22
12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 610 · IC 2405 · 285228:28 AM Munich Hbf
6h05
2:33 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 722
On time
8:54 AM Munich Hbf
4h20
1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 918
On time
9:19 AM Munich Hbf
4h10
1:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 720
On time
9:52 AM Munich Hbf
4h22
2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 628
On time
10:54 AM Munich Hbf
4h20
3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 916
On time
11:20 AM Munich Hbf
4h09
3:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 596 · ICE 710 · ICE 28 · S6
On time
11:45 AM Munich Hbf
5h54
5:39 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
3 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 626
On time
11:52 AM Munich Hbf
4h22
4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 564 · ICE 218
On time
12:02 PM Munich Hbf
4h50
4:52 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 516 · IC 2041 · S6
On time
12:28 PM Munich Hbf
6h11
6:39 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 624
On time
12:54 PM Munich Hbf
4h20
5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 224 · S12
On time
1:20 PM Munich Hbf
4h33
5:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 224 · ICE 26 · S6
On time
1:20 PM Munich Hbf
6h19
7:39 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 622
On time
1:52 PM Munich Hbf
4h22
6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 514 · IC 2349 · S6
On time
2:28 PM Munich Hbf
6h11
8:39 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 620
On time
2:54 PM Munich Hbf
4h20
7:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 912 · ICE 24 · S11
On time
3:20 PM Munich Hbf
5h59
9:19 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 912
On time
3:20 PM Munich Hbf
4h09
7:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 5283:50 PM Munich Hbf
4h24
8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 512 · IC 2347 · 28538
On time
4:28 PM Munich Hbf
6h05
10:33 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 526
On time
4:54 PM Munich Hbf
4h20
9:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 910 · 10641
On time
5:19 PM Munich Hbf
4h22
9:41 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 590 · ICE 100 · 10937
On time
5:45 PM Munich Hbf
4h37
10:22 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 524 · 25447
On time
5:52 PM Munich Hbf
4h56
10:48 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 510 · 17440
On time
6:28 PM Munich Hbf
4h55
11:23 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 522 · ICE 920 · 26844
On time
6:51 PM Munich Hbf
6h33
1:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 522 · S19
On time
6:51 PM Munich Hbf
4h52
11:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

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Trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:31, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 282 miles (454 km) distance in 4h 12m.

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
Bus from $24 (€19)
Distance
282 miles (454 km)
Average train duration
4h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
$36 (€29)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
4h 12m
First train
01:31
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
Bus from $24 (€19)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Munich Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz from $24 (€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
$30 (€24)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
6 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

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

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $36 (€29), while the average price is around $145 (€116).
The distance by train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is 282 miles (454 km).
The cheapest way to get from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is by bus, with a cost of around $24 (€19).
The first train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz leaves at 1:31 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
The train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz takes 4h 12m and runs 6 per day.
The last train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz leaves at 9:34 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
Yes, there is a direct train from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz. This service operates 3 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Munich Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz

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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