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 bus with an average price of €77.

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

A bus is €140 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Cologne costing on average €217.

A bus is €398 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Cologne costing on average €475.

The fastest way to travel from Montpellier to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 7h 26m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 15m.

Flight takes on average 14h 21m.

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

The average frequency per day from Montpellier to Cologne is:

• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 3 flights per day.
• Around 2 trains 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, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).

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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Cologne by bus.
• Travel with Eurostar, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF to go to Cologne by train.

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, Brussels, London. 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.