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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Meppen
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Meppen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Meppen will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne for Meppen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Cologne to Meppen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Meppen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £189.
Distance: 197 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £277 Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cologne to Meppen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Meppen trains for today, Thursday 19 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 11:46 Cologne | 2h41 | 14:27 Meppen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:46 Cologne | 2h41 | 16:27 Meppen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:46 Cologne | 2h42 | 18:28 Meppen | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 20 March | |||||
| 08:21 Cologne | 3h46 | 12:07 Meppen | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:38 Cologne | 2h50 | 11:28 Meppen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Meppen
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Trains from Cologne to Meppen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:13, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 197 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 197 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 02:13 |
Last train 23:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Meppen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Meppen from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Cologne to Meppen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Meppen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Meppen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Meppen
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mundwerk
- Höltingmühle
- Bootshaus
- Zum Goldenen Drachen
- Altstadt-Hotel
- Hotel-restaurant Schmidt
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