How to travel from Montpellier to Cologne

There are 3 options to travel between Montpellier and Cologne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Montpellier to Cologne is a train with an average price of CHF 96.

This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Cologne:

A train is CHF 1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Montpellier to Cologne costing on average CHF 96.

A train is CHF 106 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Cologne costing on average CHF 201.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Cologne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 47m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 35m.

Bus takes on average 16h 56m.

The distance from Montpellier to Cologne is approximately 525 miles (846 km).

The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Cologne is:

• Around 9 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montpellier and Cologne as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Montpellier to Cologne:

• Flights mostly depart from Montpellier Airport and arrive in Cologne Bonn Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Montpellier-Sud-de-France and arrive in Cologne Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and arrive in Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montpellier to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Smartwings, Helvetic Airways, Swiss to go to Cologne by flight.
• Travel with Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Cologne by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Cologne by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Montpellier to Cologne:

• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Montpellier to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Cologne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Cologne, you can explore the Cologne Chocolate Museum to learn about chocolate history and production, enjoy a scenic Rhine River Cruise, and visit the Botanical Gardens Flora for stunning floral displays. Discover trendy boutiques and vibrant street art in the Belgian Quarter, or attend a concert at the renowned Cologne Philharmonic Hall. Don't miss the iconic Cologne Cathedral, the modern art collection at Museum Ludwig, and the love lock-adorned Hohenzollern Bridge. Wander through the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and visit the diverse Cologne Zoo.

Three days are generally recommended to explore Cologne's main attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, and museums.