Munich to Cologne by bus
Travelling from Munich to Cologne by bus takes about 9h, run by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 10m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €33
- Total journey
- 9h
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Omio catalogue, Sep 8 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Munich to Frankfurt
FlixBus4h 45mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Frankfurt - 2Frankfurt to Cologne
BlaBlaCar Bus1h 50mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Munich to Cologne
FlixBus runs 26 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:00 and the last at 22:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 26 | 00:00 | 22:05 |
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.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €76Checked Sep 8 | 1h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €80Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 4h 29mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€76Checked Sep 81h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€80Omio catalogue, Sep 84h 29m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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 Tue, Sep 8
Munich to Cologne by bus: common questions
How long does Munich to Cologne take by bus?
About 9h, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Munich to Cologne?
Omio publishes €33 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Munich to Cologne?
FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 10m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Munich Cologne bus
- Munich to Cologne by bus
- bus ticket Munich to Cologne
- how long is the bus from Munich to Cologne