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

The cheapest way to get from Melle to Cologne is to drive which costs €27 - €40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melle to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Melle and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Melle to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Melle and arriving at Köln Hbf via Osnabrück Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Melle to Cologne?

The distance between Melle and Cologne is 221 km. The road distance is 196.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melle to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs €30 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Melle to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melle to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Melle to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melle to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Melle to Cologne is 197 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Melle to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Melle 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 Osnabrück Hbf to Köln Hbf43 / ...
2h 52m
€31–76
Drive 196.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melle to Cologne196.9 km
2h 15m
€28–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osnabrück central train station to Duisburg central train stationN1387
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Köln Hbf43 / ...
4h 34m
€31–131
Train via Bielefeld Hbf
1. Take the train from Melle to Bielefeld HbfRb61
2. Take the train from Bielefeld Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
4h 16m
€46–70

Melle to Cologne by train

172Weekly Trains

2h 52mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.3 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Osnabrück Hbf to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €23–65 and the journey takes 2h 9m. MSM Partyzug also services this route once a week.

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