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 €60 - €120 and takes 14h 34m.

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 51m and costs €170 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via Bolzano, Via Cesare Battisti and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 34m.

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 and München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

How far is it from Merano to Cologne?

The distance between Merano and Cologne is 879 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 27m and costs €150 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Merano to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Cologne bus from?

Merano to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

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 27m and costs €150 - €600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 14h 34m.

Where does the Merano to Cologne bus arrive?

Merano to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

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?

Book your Merano to Cologne train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Merano to Cologne bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

How to get fromMerano to Cologne

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 11 ways to get from Merano to Cologne by shuttle, plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle to Verona Villafranca Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
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 51m
€179–364
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Cologne Airport CGNbus N537
14h 34m
€63–112
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Muenchen Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
10h 27m
€150–562
Drive 743.1 km
1. Drive from Merano to Colognecar 743.1 km
7h 38m
€118–171
Train, shuttle to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Chiusa Klausentrain
2. Take a shuttle bus from Chiusa to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
7h 45m
€215–413
Train, shuttle to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Chiusa Klausentrain
2. Take a shuttle bus from Chiusa to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
8h 13m
€218–432
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 26m
€190–388
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 24m
€299–560
Train, shuttle to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Chiusa Klausentrain
2. Take a shuttle bus from Chiusa to Flughafen Münchenshuttle
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
4. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
8h 14m
€228–492
Train
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice
12h 52m
€162–592
Train #2
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain Drf
13h 57m
€64–157

Merano to Cologne by train

114Weekly Trains

10h 27mAverage Duration

€150Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Cologne.

Launch map view

Distance: 878.9 km
Duration: 5h 51m

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, Muenchen Hbf, and München Hbf in around 10h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Cologne Airport CGN 4 times a week. Tickets cost €60–110 and the journey takes 11h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.