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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Merzig is to bus which costs €16 - €50 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Merzig is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Merzig?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Merzig. However, there are services departing from Koeln Sued and arriving at Merzig via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Cologne to Merzig?

The distance between Cologne and Merzig is 247 km. The road distance is 206.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Merzig without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Cologne to Merzig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Merzig train from?

Cologne to Merzig train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Sued station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Merzig?

The best way to get from Cologne to Merzig is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €50 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Cologne to Merzig train arrive?

Cologne to Merzig train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koblenz Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Merzig?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Merzig is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Cologne to Merzig.

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

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Where can I stay near Merzig?

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Cologne to Merzig - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Merzig 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 Koeln Sued to Koblenz Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Merzigtrain Re1
3h 51m
€42–63
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Trier central train stationbus 011
2. Take the bus from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpobus 303
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpo to Merzig, Hilbringer Brückebus 407 / ...
6h 4m
€16–50
Drive 206.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Merzigcar 206.3 km
2h 27m
€30–42
Train via Köln West Bf
1. Take the train from Köln West Bf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb26
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hauptbahnhof to Merzigtrain Re1
4h 13m
€43–63
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Kall Bftrain
2. Take the train from Kall Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Merzigtrain
5h 6m
€40–60

Cologne to Merzig by train

113Weekly Trains

3h 51mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Sued to Merzig via Koblenz Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Merzig, Hilbringer Brücke via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, Trier central train station, Trier, Hauptbahnhof, and Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpo in around 6h 4m.

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