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 €40 - €130 and takes 13h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Merano is to drive which takes 7h 33m and costs €110 - €170.

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 Hbf and arriving at Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

How far is it from Cologne to Merano?

The distance between Cologne and Merano is 712 km. The road distance is 743.5 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 10h 25m and costs €120 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m 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 Nachtzug, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Merano?

The best way to get from Cologne to Merano is to train via Munich which takes 10h 25m and costs €120 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €130 and takes 13h 48m.

Where does the Cologne to Merano train arrive?

Cologne to Merano train services, operated by Nachtzug, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Merano is 743 km. It takes approximately 7h 33m 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?

There are 2529+ hotels available in Merano.

Cologne to Merano - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, line 201 bus, and bus

There are 12 ways to get from Cologne to Merano by train, plane, bus, night train, car, or car train

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

Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport (BZO)DUS - BZO
3. Take the bus from Bolzano - Via Longon to Terme Merano
6h 13m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Bolzano SouthN537
13h 48m
€44–129
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Bolzano-Bozen89
10h 25m
€120–290
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Köln Hbf to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofUex 1864 / ...
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano MeranRe
10h 46m
€120–148
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
8h 43m
€128–393
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)CGN - BGY
2. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Merano
8h 16m
€114–300
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)DUS - MUC
3. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
9h 14m
€138–422
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)DUS - INN
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
8h 37m
€103–461
Train to Eindhoven Airport, fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Eindhoven
2. Fly from Eindhoven Airport (EIN) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)EIN - INN
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
10h 43m
€185–507
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofDrf
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano MeranRe
12h 58m
Drive 743.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Merano743.5 km
7h 33m
€115–165
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Cologne to Fulda
2. Take the car train from Fulda to München Ost
3. Drive from München Ost to Merano
8h 7m
€164–214

Cologne to Merano by train and bus

53Weekly Services

10h 25mAverage Duration

€120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 712.1 km
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Terme Merano via München Hbf, Bolzano/Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 10h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Bolzano South 4 times a week. Tickets cost €35–100 and the journey takes 11h 10m.

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