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

The cheapest way to get from Meiningen to Cologne is to drive which costs €45 - €65 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meiningen to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Meiningen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Meiningen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Meiningen and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Schweinfurt Hbf and Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Meiningen to Cologne?

The distance between Meiningen and Cologne is 424 km. The road distance is 318.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Meiningen to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Meiningen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meiningen to Cologne train from?

Meiningen to Cologne train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Meiningen station.

Train or bus from Meiningen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Meiningen to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Meiningen to Cologne train arrive?

Meiningen to Cologne train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Schweinfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Meiningen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Meiningen to Cologne is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Meiningen to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Meiningen to Cologne 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 Meiningen to Schweinfurt HbfRe / ...
2. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Würzburg HbfRe7
3. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
5h 17m
Drive 318.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meiningen to Cologne318.2 km
3h 11m
€45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meiningen, Kreismusikschule to Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof400
2. Take the bus from Zella-Mehlis station to Würzburg Main Station
3. Take the bus from Würzburg Main Station to Cologne Airport CGNN61 / ...
8h 59m
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Meiningen to Gemuenden(Main)Re
2. Take the train from Gemünden to Frankfurt
3. Take the train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Koblenz StadtmitteRe
4. Take the train from Koblenz Stadtmitte to Koeln SuedRe
8h 51m

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Distance: 424.5 km
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Meiningen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Schweinfurt Hbf and Würzburg Hbf in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meiningen, Kreismusikschule to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Zella-Mehlis station, Würzburg Main Station, Cologne Airport CGN, and Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf in around 8h 59m.

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