The average train between Meppel and Cologne takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Meppel to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Meppel and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Meppel is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Cologne at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Zwolle and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Meppel to Cologne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Meppel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Meppel station and arriving at Cologne station via Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Meppel to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zwolle station.
Meppel to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Köln Hbf station.
The distance between Meppel and Cologne is 202.7 km. The road distance is 264 km.
You can take a train from Meppel to Köln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 45m.