How to get from Cologne to Munich
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We compared the ways to travel from Cologne to Munich. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 457 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €45, on Sat, Sep 5.
This fare comes from a search on September 6, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €64Checked Sep 6 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €38Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 5h 04m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €27Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 7h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€64Checked Sep 61h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€38Omio catalogue, Sep 95h 04m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€27Omio catalogue, Sep 97h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Cologne to Munich: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Cologne/Bonn Airport → Munich Airportflight1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Cologne to Munich
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€90October 2026
€47Departures from Cologne to Munich
Deutsche Bahn runs 33 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:25 and the last at 23:54.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahntrain | 33 | 05:25 | 23:54 |
| FlixBusbus | 24 | 06:15 | 23:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Cologne to Munich works
Start with a flight from Cologne to Munich, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €64 over 1h 20m, direct, no transfers.
Cologne to Munich: common questions
How long does it take to get from Cologne to Munich?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Munich from Cologne?
About 457 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Cologne to Munich cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €64. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Cologne to Munich?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 20m.
How long is the flight from Cologne to Munich?
About 1h 20m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Cologne and Munich?
Cologne is CGN and Munich is MUC, so this route is usually written CGN to MUC.
Which operators run Cologne to Munich?
On this route you travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Munich?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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