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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Meppel is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Meppel is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Meppel?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Meppel. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Meppel via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Cologne to Meppel?

The distance between Cologne and Meppel is 264 km. The road distance is 249.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Meppel without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Cologne to Meppel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Meppel train from?

Cologne to Meppel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Meppel train arrive?

Cologne to Meppel train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Meppel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Meppel is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cologne to Meppel.

Where can I stay near Meppel?

There are 624+ hotels available in Meppel.

Cologne to Meppel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 40 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cologne to Meppel by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Arnhem CentraalIce / ...
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to ZwolleIntercity
3h 17m
€49–117
Drive 249.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Meppel249.4 km
2h 28m
€45–65
Train, bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf FlughafenRe
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Arnhem CentraalRe
3. Take the bus from Apeldoorn, Station to Zwolle, Station201 / ...
4. Take the bus from Zwolle, Station to Meppel, Station40 / ...
6h 8m

Cologne to Meppel by train

108Weekly Trains

3h 17mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264.4 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Meppel, Netherlands?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Meppel via Arnhem Centraal and Zwolle in around 3h 17m.

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