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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Meschede is to bus which costs €14 - €22 and takes 5h 35m.

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 bus between Cologne and Meschede?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Meschede station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Meschede bus station via Leverkusen and Dortmund central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

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 57m.

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 57m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m 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 FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Meschede train from?

Cologne to Meschede train services, operated by National Express, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Meschede?

The best way to get from Cologne to Meschede is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Cologne to Meschede bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Meschede train arrive?

Cologne to Meschede train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Schwerte(Ruhr) 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.

Where can I stay near Meschede?

There are 2158+ hotels available in Meschede.

Cologne to Meschede - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Meschede 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 Hbf to Schwerte(Ruhr)Re
2. Take the train from Schwerte, Bahnhof to Meschede, BahnhofRe57 / ...
2h 57m
€28–41
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Dortmund central bus stationN1338 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Meschede bus station056
5h 35m
€14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Dortmund Hbf10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Hbf to Meschede, BahnhofRe57
5h 10m
€24–45
Drive 134.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Meschede134.9 km
1h 40m
€20–28

Cologne to Meschede by train

55Weekly Trains

2h 57mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Köln Heumarkt to Meschede bus station via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf, Leverkusen, and Dortmund central bus station in around 5h 35m.

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