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

The cheapest way to get from Melsungen to Cologne is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melsungen to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Melsungen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Melsungen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Kassel and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Melsungen and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Melsungen to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Melsungen Bahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Melsungen to Cologne?

The distance between Melsungen and Cologne is 395 km. The road distance is 224.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melsungen to Cologne without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 56m and costs €65 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Melsungen to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melsungen to Cologne bus from?

Melsungen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kassel station.

Where do I catch the Melsungen to Cologne train from?

Melsungen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Train or bus from Melsungen to Cologne?

The best way to get from Melsungen to Cologne is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 3h 56m and costs €65 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Melsungen to Cologne bus arrive?

Melsungen to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Melsungen to Cologne train arrive?

Melsungen to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Melsungen to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Melsungen to Cologne is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Melsungen to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Melsungen to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurttrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
3h 56m
€66–287
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kassel to Leverkusenbus 264
5h 47m
€20–35
Drive 224.3 km
1. Drive from Melsungen to Colognecar 224.3 km
2h 52m
€32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Kamentrain Re
2. Take the train from Kamen to Koeln Hbftrain Re
4h 59m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Köln Hbftrain 51
5h
€60–260

Melsungen to Cologne by train

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Distance: 395.4 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Melsungen Bahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Frankfurt in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kassel to Leverkusen once daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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