How much is the bus ticket from Munich to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Munich to Cologne start at R 487. The average price for this route is around R 869. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 442 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Munich to Cologne produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 R 414 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 35m	22:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	22:05	Munich Fröttmaning	7h 45m	05:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	13:05	MUC Airport T2	15h 30m	04:35	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 4 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	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 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 20m	16:35	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	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 5m	06:20	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 45m	11:40	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 7 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	11:05	MUC Airport T2	17h 30m	04:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 40m	20:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 10m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 10m	17:40	Cologne/Bonn Airport	Fastest

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 10 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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:56 AM 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 R 427, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

6hAverage duration

456 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 487 - R 3 911	Average duration9h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 344 - R 4 278	Average duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 427 - R 1 162	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
Visit page
C
Fröttmaning
Werner-Heisenberg-Allee 21, 80939 Munich, Germany
Visit page
D
Hauptbahnhof Nord
Dachauer Straße 5 (Hauptbahnhof Nord), 80335 Munich
E
Munchen (Almanya)
Arnulfstraße 17, 80335 München, Germany
F
Munchen Airport
Flughafen München, 85356 München-Flughafen, Germany

Stops in Cologne

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 867 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 332 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 from Munich to Cologne by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Munich to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Munich to Cologne start at R 487. The average price for this route is around R 869. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 442 km. The fastest bus gets 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 trip from Munich to Cologne produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Munich to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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

01/01

R 1 108

02/01

R 1 039

Today

R 1 036

04/01

R 975

05/01

R 813

06/01

R 802

07/01

R 670

08/01

R 1 300

The cheapest trip from Munich to Cologne was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 670

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 R 670 to R 3 860 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 R 670, which is on 2026-01-07.