What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Meiningen?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Meiningen is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Meiningen?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Meiningen is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Meiningen?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Meiningen. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Meiningen via Würzburg Hbf and Schweinfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Cologne to Meiningen?

The distance between Cologne and Meiningen is 424 km. The road distance is 317.7 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Meiningen without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Meiningen without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €250 - €410.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Meiningen?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Cologne to Meiningen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Meiningen bus from?

Cologne to Meiningen bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Meiningen train from?

Cologne to Meiningen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Meiningen?

The best way to get from Cologne to Meiningen is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs €250 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Cologne to Meiningen bus arrive?

Cologne to Meiningen bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Meiningen train arrive?

Cologne to Meiningen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Meiningen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Meiningen is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cologne to Meiningen.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Meiningen?

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Where can I stay near Meiningen?

There are 453+ hotels available in Meiningen.

Cologne to Meiningen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Meiningen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Meiningen. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Meiningen, Kreismusikschule via Frankfurt central train station, Würzburg Main Station and Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 48m.

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Meiningen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Würzburg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Schweinfurt Hbftrain Re7
3. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Meiningentrain Rb
5h 32m
€254–406
Drive 317.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Meiningencar 317.7 km
3h 10m
€46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Würzburg Main Stationbus N84 / ...
3. Take the bus from Würzburg Main Station to Zella-Mehlis stationbus
8h 48m
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Schweinfurt Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Meiningentrain Rb
7h 19m
€245–395

Cologne to Meiningen by train

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 424.5 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Meiningen, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Meiningen via Würzburg Hbf and Schweinfurt Hbf in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln to Meiningen, Kreismusikschule via Frankfurt central train station, Würzburg Main Station, and Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof in around 8h 48m.

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