How much is the bus ticket from Munich to Cologne?

The cheapest coach tickets from Munich to Cologne start from £22. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Munich to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Munich to Cologne is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 274 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Munich to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , OneBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Munich to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Munich to Cologne at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Munich to Cologne?

A bus journey from Munich to Cologne produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Munich to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Cologne?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Munich to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Munich to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OneBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Munich to Cologne from £20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:40	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 10m	05:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Munich Fröttmaning	7h 45m	05:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	16:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 40m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	19:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 10m	04:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	17:40	Munich Fröttmaning	11h	04:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 25m	22:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	00:55	MUC Airport T2	10h 50m	11:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	00:35	MUC Airport T2	11h 30m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 15m	16:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 40m	19:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	21:20	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 40m	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 15m	16:30	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 10m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	00:55	MUC Airport T2	9h 50m	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 10m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 17 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 10m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 10m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 19 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	00:55	MUC Airport T2	9h 50m	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	00:35	MUC Airport T2	11h 30m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	07:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 35m	15:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 13:25 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

6hAverage duration

283 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£22 - £177	Average duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £193	Average duration4h 42m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£20 - £53	Average duration6h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Munich and Cologne?

Stops in Munich

A
Munich Airport
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B
ZOB Hackerbrücke
ZOB Hackerbrücke, Arnulfstraße 21, 80335 München, Germany
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C
Fröttmaning
Werner-Heisenberg-Allee 21, 80939 Munich, Germany
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D
Hauptbahnhof Nord
Dachauer Straße 5 (Hauptbahnhof Nord), 80335 Munich
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E
Munchen (Almanya)
Arnulfstraße 17, 80335 München, Germany
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F
Munchen Airport
Flughafen München, 85356 München-Flughafen, Germany
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Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
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E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
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F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,010 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,369 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

OneBus

4/514 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi5

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Munich to Cologne

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Munich to Cologne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Munich to Cologne start from £22. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Munich to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Munich to Cologne is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 274 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Munich to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Munich to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Munich to Cologne at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Munich to Cologne?
A bus journey from Munich to Cologne produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Munich to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OneBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Munich to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Munich to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OneBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/01

£35

11/01

£43

Today

£32

13/01

£29

14/01

£26

15/01

£24

16/01

£26

17/01

£56

The cheapest trip from Munich to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of £24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Munich to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £24 to £78 for a bus ticket from Munich to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2026-01-15.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.