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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Cologne is to bus which costs €55 - €100 and takes 14h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Cologne is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 53m and costs €190 - €380.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Kufstein and München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

How far is it from Merano to Cologne?

The distance between Merano and Cologne is 902 km. The road distance is 743.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Cologne without a car is to train via Munich which takes 10h 22m and costs €140 - €470.

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

It takes approximately 10h 22m to get from Merano to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Cologne train from?

Merano to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Merano Meran station.

Train or bus from Merano to Cologne?

The best way to get from Merano to Cologne is to train via Munich which takes 10h 22m and costs €140 - €470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €100 and takes 14h 32m.

Where does the Merano to Cologne train arrive?

Merano to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.

Can I drive from Merano to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Cologne is 743 km. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Merano to Cologne.

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

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Merano to Cologne - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Merano to Cologne by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, night train, car, shuttle, 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 via Munich
best
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Kufsteintrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from Kufstein to München Hbftrain 89 / ...
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
10h 22m
€147–467
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Cologne Airport CGNbus N537
14h 32m
€58–98
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the night train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
13h 56m
€62–162
Drive 743.1 km
1. Drive from Merano to Colognecar 743.1 km
7h 38m
€118–170
Train
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain Drf
14h 6m
€64–157
Shuttle to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
7h 34m
€231–420
Shuttle to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
8h 3m
€233–449
Shuttle to Verona Villafranca Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Verona - Aeroportoshuttle
2. Fly from Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane VRN - CGN
5h 53m
€190–379
Shuttle to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Orio al Serio Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane BGY - CGN
7h 28m
€191–423
Shuttle to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
8h 9m
€248–474
Shuttle to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Bolzanoshuttle
2. Fly from Bolzano Dolomiti Airport (BZO) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane BZO - DUS
6h 27m
€299–575

Merano to Cologne by train

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10h 22mAverage Duration

€147Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 901.9 km
Duration: 10h 22m

What companies run services between Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Kufstein, and München Hbf in around 10h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Cologne Airport CGN 4 times a week. Tickets cost €55–95 and the journey takes 11h 30m.

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