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 40m.

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 40m and costs €19 - €28.

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 Köln Hbf and arriving at Meschede, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

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 37m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Cologne to Meschede, including transfers.

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 37m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 59m.

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 40m to drive from Cologne to Meschede.

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

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Where can I stay near 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 Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbf19 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Meschede, BahnhofRe17 / ...
2h 37m
€32–46
Drive 134.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Meschede134.9 km
1h 40m
€19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Stadthaus
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Meschede bus station056
3h 59m
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Dortmund HbfRe
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Meschede, BahnhofRe57
2h 59m
€27–103
Train via Hagen
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Hagen Hbf19 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Meschede, BahnhofRe17 / ...
3h
€32–46

Cologne to Meschede by train

97Weekly Trains

2h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.9 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Meschede, Bahnhof via Hagen Hbf in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Hbf to Meschede bus station via Dortmund Stadthaus, Dortmund Stadthaus, Dortmund Hbf, and Dortmund central bus station in around 3h 59m.

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