Bus from Cologne to Munich: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Munich on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
ZOB HackerbrückeCheapest
FlixbusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Munich FröttmaningFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Cologne/Bonn Airport
    		ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    		ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Cologne/Bonn Airport
      		ZOB HackerbrückeNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:55 CET.

      Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Munich

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Munich. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      6carpool per day
      5h 50mAverage duration
      283 milesDistance
      19kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average price£21 - £185Average duration9h 50m
      11kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average price£16 - £220Average duration5h 24m
      11kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      		Average price£20 - £51Average duration5h 50m
      19kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Munich

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Munich?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Munich start from £21. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Munich?

        The average bus journey time from Cologne to Munich is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 273 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Munich route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, OneBus.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Munich at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

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

      6. Which is the best bus company from Cologne to Munich?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OneBus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

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

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

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

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

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

        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
      03/12
      £30
      04/12
      £31
      Today
      £31
      06/12
      £29
      07/12
      £32
      08/12
      £24
      09/12
      £23
      10/12
      £71
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Munich was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £23

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

      You can expect to pay from £23 to £88 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Munich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-09.

      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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Munich?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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