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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Meschede is to drive which costs €19 - €28 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Meschede is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Meschede?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Meschede station. However, there are services departing from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis and arriving at Meschede bus station via Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Meschede?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Meschede. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Meschede, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Cologne to Meschede?

The distance between Cologne and Meschede is 148 km. The road distance is 134.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Meschede without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Cologne to Meschede, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Meschede bus from?

Cologne to Meschede bus services, operated by OrionBus, depart from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Meschede train from?

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

Train or bus from Cologne to Meschede?

The best way to get from Cologne to Meschede is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Cologne to Meschede bus arrive?

Cologne to Meschede bus services, operated by OrionBus, arrive at Dortmund station.

Where does the Cologne to Meschede train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Meschede?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Meschede is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Cologne to Meschede.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Meschede by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Hbf to Schwerte(Ruhr)train Re
2. Take the train from Schwerte, Bahnhof to Meschede, Bahnhoftrain Re17 / ...
2h 36m
€28–41
Drive 134.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Meschedecar 134.9 km
1h 42m
€19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Dortmundbus Mykolayiv
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Meschede bus stationbus 056
3h 48m
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Meschede, Bahnhoftrain Re17
2h 36m
€32–72
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Meschede, Bahnhoftrain Re57
2h 39m
€24–93

Cologne to Meschede by train

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Distance: 148 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Meschede, Bahnhof via Schwerte, Bahnhof in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis to Meschede bus station via Dortmund and Dortmund central bus station in around 3h 48m.

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