What is the cheapest way to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen?

The cheapest way to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen?

The fastest way to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Leeuwarden and Meppen?

No, there is no direct train from Leeuwarden to Meppen. However, there are services departing from Leeuwarden and arriving at Meppen, Bahnhof via Groningen and Leer(Ostfriesl). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Leeuwarden to Meppen?

The distance between Leeuwarden and Meppen is 184 km. The road distance is 127.6 km.

How do I travel from Leeuwarden to Meppen without a car?

The best way to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €28 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeuwarden to Meppen train from?

Leeuwarden to Meppen train services, operated by Arriva NL, depart from Leeuwarden station.

Where does the Leeuwarden to Meppen train arrive?

Leeuwarden to Meppen train services, operated by Arriva NL, arrive at Groningen station.

Can I drive from Leeuwarden to Meppen?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeuwarden to Meppen is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Leeuwarden to Meppen.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeuwarden to Meppen?

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Where can I stay near Meppen?

There are 345+ hotels available in Meppen.

Leeuwarden to Meppen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Leeuwarden to Meppen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeuwarden to Groningentrain
2. Take the train from Groningen to Leer(Ostfriesl)train
3. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
3h 40m
€28–54
Drive 127.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeuwarden to Meppencar 127.6 km
1h 37m
€24–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drachten to Leer ZOBbus N44
2. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
4h 44m
€26–45
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeuwarden, Bote van Bolswertstraat to Drachten, Transferium Oostbus 13 / ...
2. Take the train from Groningen to Leer(Ostfriesl)train
3. Take the train from Leer(Ostfriesl) to Meppen, Bahnhoftrain 35
4h 38m
€30–56

Leeuwarden to Meppen by train

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Distance: 183.9 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Leeuwarden, Netherlands and Meppen, Germany?

You can take a train from Leeuwarden to Meppen, Bahnhof via Groningen and Leer(Ostfriesl) in around 3h 40m.

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