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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Meppen is to train which costs €18 - €60 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Meppen is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Meppen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Meppen, Bahnhof. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Cologne to Meppen?

The distance between Cologne and Meppen is 252 km. The road distance is 222.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Meppen without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs €18 - €60.

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

The train from Cologne Hbf to Meppen, Bahnhof takes 2h 41m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Meppen train from?

Cologne to Meppen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne to Meppen train arrive?

Cologne to Meppen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Meppen, Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Meppen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Meppen is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Cologne to Meppen.

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

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Where can I stay near Meppen?

There are 313+ hotels available in Meppen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Meppen 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 Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
2h 41m
€18–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Münster-Mittebus Mykolayiv
2. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
3h 32m
Drive 222.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Meppencar 222.3 km
2h 1m
€32–46
Train via Rheine
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Rheinetrain Re
2. Take the train from Rheine, Bahnhof to Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
4h 1m
€51–67

Cologne to Meppen by train

41Weekly Trains

2h 41mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.7 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Meppen, Bahnhof every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–60 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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