Merano to Cologne train

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Cheap train tickets from Merano to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest

$134

Average

$134

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Merano to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

09:46PM21h08

Merano

06:54PMCologne

$1341One-way

3 transfers

Merano to Cologne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 17

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Trenitalia	09:46PM Merano	21h08	06:54PM Cologne	3 transfers
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Fastest train times from Merano to Cologne

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Fastest Journey

21 h 8 m

Average

21 h 8 m

Trains per day

Distance

565 km

It's difficult to get from Merano to Cologne without transferring at least 3 times.

09:46PM21h08

Merano

06:54PMCologne

$1341One-way

3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Merano to Cologne

Trains from Merano to Cologne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€65) but you can travel from only $42 (€38) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $42 (€38)

Distance

351 miles (565 km)

Average train duration

10h 27m

Cheapest ticket price

$71 (€65)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

9h 28m

First train

00:28

Last train

23:57

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $42 (€38)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Merano to Cologne trains

Deutsche Bahn trains will get you to Cologne from Merano from $82 (€75). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Merano and Cologne. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Deutsche Bahn from Merano to Cologne train information:

Average Duration: 9 h 19 min
Cheapest Price: $82

FAQs: Trains from Merano to Cologne

FAQs: Travel by train from Merano to Cologne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Merano to Cologne.

Cheap train tickets from Merano to Cologne can start from as little as $71 (€65) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Merano to Cologne is $169 (€154); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Cologne from Merano is on average 9 h 28 min for the 350 mile (565 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Merano to Cologne by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Merano to Cologne leaves at 12: 28 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Merano to Cologne leaves at 11: 57 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Merano to Cologne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or Regionale. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Merano to Cologne you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn or Regionale. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Merano to Cologne on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 57 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Merano to Cologne is November.

You have options as you can travel between Merano and Cologne 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.