The average train between Munich and Cologne takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 4h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Munich to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Munich and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 4:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Munich is at 11:16 PM which arrives into Cologne at 6:59 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Munich station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 29m.
Munich to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.
Munich to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Munich to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Munich and Cologne is 456 km. The road distance is 581 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €100–240 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Three other operators also service this route.
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