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

The cheapest way to get from Meppel to Cologne is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meppel to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Meppel and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Meppel to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Meppel and arriving at Köln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Meppel to Cologne?

The distance between Meppel and Cologne is 264 km. The road distance is 249.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Meppel to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Meppel to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meppel to Cologne train from?

Meppel to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Zwolle station.

Where does the Meppel to Cologne train arrive?

Meppel to Cologne train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Arnhem Centraal station.

Can I drive from Meppel to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Meppel to Cologne is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Meppel to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1789+ hotels available in Cologne.

Meppel to Cologne - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Meppel to Cologne by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Zwolle to Arnhem Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Köln Hbftrain 78 / ...
3h 53m
€43–118
Line 40 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meppel, Station to Zwolle, Stationbus 40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zwolle, Station to Apeldoorn, Stationbus 201 / ...
3. Take the train from Arnhem Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
5h 33m
Drive 249.3 km
1. Drive from Meppel to Colognecar 249.3 km
2h 29m
€44–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Meppel to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
4h 24m
€141–363

Meppel to Cologne by train

121Weekly Trains

3h 53mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264.3 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Meppel, Netherlands and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Meppel to Köln Hbf via Zwolle and Arnhem Centraal in around 3h 53m.

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