What is the cheapest way to get from Bavaria to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Bavaria to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €22 - €40 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Bavaria to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Bavaria to Cologne is to fly which takes 3h 13m and costs €80 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Bavaria and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bavaria station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bavaria and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bavaria to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Marienplatz and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Bavaria to Cologne?

The distance between Bavaria and Cologne is 576 km. The road distance is 573.8 km.

How do I travel from Bavaria to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Bavaria to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €90 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Bavaria to Cologne?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Bavaria to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bavaria to Cologne bus from?

Bavaria to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Bavaria to Cologne train from?

Bavaria to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Bavaria to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bavaria to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €90 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 9h 27m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €250 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Bavaria to Cologne bus arrive?

Bavaria to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Bavaria to Cologne train arrive?

Bavaria to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Bavaria to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bavaria to Cologne is 574 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Bavaria to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Bavaria to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Bavaria to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bavaria and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 10 ways to get from Bavaria to Cologne by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
5h 10m
€90–200
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Colognerideshare 573.7 km
6h
€22–40
Bus via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusenbus N28
9h 27m
€50–80
Drive 573.8 km
1. Drive from Munich to Colognecar 573.8 km
4h 46m
€107–154
Fly Munich International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
3h 13m
€80–242
Train via Köln Hbf
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
5h 29m
€95–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from München, ZOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
12h 30m
€85–95
Fly Munich International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
3h 45m
€89–244
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 47m
€127–193
Fly Nuremberg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane NUE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
3h 44m
€124–223

Bavaria to Cologne by train

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Distance: 576.4 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Bavaria, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €90–200 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Leverkusen twice daily. Tickets cost €50–80 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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