Murnau to Cologne by train

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Overview: trains from Murnau to Cologne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Murnau to Cologne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:47 View journey
Last train 23:55 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 11m View journey
Distance (km) 475
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey AU$197.10 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 54m
Train operators 19

Discover Murnau to Cologne by train

Planning a train adventure from Murnau to Cologne? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Murnau and Cologne

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$197.10. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Murnau and Cologne

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 16 trains make this journey of 475 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Murnau is at 04:47 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:55.

During the weekend, 05:24 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:32 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 1 hour and 6 minutes.

Murnau to Cologne train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 475 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 5 hours and 11 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Murnau and Cologne

Tickets for travel between Murnau and Cologne can be booked 6 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Murnau to Cologne

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Murnau and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Cologne city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Murnau to Cologne

Want to know more about your journey from Murnau to Cologne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Murnau and Cologne is 475 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.