The average train between Merano and Cologne takes 12h 40m and the fastest train takes 9h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Merano 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 5 times a day between Merano and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merano is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Brennero - Brenner and take an average of 12h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Merano 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 Merano to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Merano station and arriving at Cologne station via Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.
Merano to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Merano Meran station.
Merano to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Merano to Cologne train tickets online with Trenitalia, ÖBB and 4 other operators.
The distance between Merano and Cologne is 565.5 km. The road distance is 902 km.
You can take a train from Merano Meran to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Kufstein, and München Hbf in around 10h 22m.