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

The cheapest way to get from Meschede to Cologne is to drive which costs €18 - €28 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meschede to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €18 - €28.

Is there a direct train between Meschede and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Meschede to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Meschede, Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Hagen Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Meschede to Cologne?

The distance between Meschede and Cologne is 148 km. The road distance is 135 km.

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

The best way to get from Meschede to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Meschede to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meschede to Cologne train from?

Meschede to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Meschede, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Meschede to Cologne?

The best way to get from Meschede to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Meschede to Cologne train arrive?

Meschede to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hagen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Meschede to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Meschede to Cologne is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Meschede to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1760+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Meschede to Cologne by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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 Meschede, Bahnhof to Hagen HbfRe17 / ...
2. Take the train from Hagen Hbf to Köln Hbf19 / ...
2h 33m
€33–55
Drive 135 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Meschede to Cologne135 km
1h 41m
€19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meschede bus station to Dortmund central bus station056
2. Take the bus from Dortmund Stadthaus to Köln Hbf
3h 53m
Train via Dortmund
1. Take the train from Meschede, Bahnhof to Dortmund HbfRe57 / ...
2. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Koeln HbfRe
2h 44m
€36–105

Meschede to Cologne by train

83Weekly Trains

2h 33mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Meschede, Bahnhof to Köln Hbf via Hagen Hbf in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meschede bus station to Köln Hbf via Dortmund central bus station, Dortmund Hbf, Dortmund Stadthaus, and Dortmund Stadthaus in around 3h 53m.

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