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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Merano is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 14h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Merano is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 8m and costs €180 - €390.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Merano. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Merano Meran via München Hbf, Kufstein, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

How far is it from Cologne to Merano?

The distance between Cologne and Merano is 894 km. The road distance is 745 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Merano without a car is to train via Munich which takes 11h 6m and costs €150 - €460.

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

It takes approximately 11h 6m to get from Cologne to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Merano train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Merano?

The best way to get from Cologne to Merano is to train via Munich which takes 11h 6m and costs €150 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 14h 19m.

Where does the Cologne to Merano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Merano is 745 km. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Cologne to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

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Cologne to Merano - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Cologne to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, night train, car, plane, or shuttle

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

Train via Munich
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Kufsteintrain 89 / ...
3. Take the train from Kufstein to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
11h 6m
€153–453
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Bolzano Southbus N537
14h 19m
€60–105
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 42 / ...
2. Take the night train from Stuttgart Hbf to Bolzano Bozennighttrain Nj
15h 8m
€78–306
Drive 745 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Meranocar 745 km
7h 37m
€119–172
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
15h 24m
€68–159
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
2. Take a shuttle bus from Flughafen München to Meranoshuttle
7h 44m
€228–428
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Flughafen München to Meranoshuttle
8h 13m
€236–459
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane CGN - BGY
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
7h 33m
€183–428
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport, line 201 bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport (BZO)plane DUS - BZO
3. Take the bus from Bolzano - Via Longon to Terme Meranobus
6h 18m
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Verona Villafranca Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN)plane CGN - VRN
2. Take a shuttle bus from Verona - Aeroporto to Meranoshuttle
6h 8m
€188–388

Cologne to Merano by train

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11h 6mAverage Duration

€153Cheapest Price

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Distance: 893.7 km
Duration: 11h 6m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Merano Meran via München Hbf, Kufstein, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 11h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Bolzano South 4 times a week. Tickets cost €55–95 and the journey takes 11h 10m.

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