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Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Meppen to Gerolstein. Traveling by train from Meppen to Gerolstein usually takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 4 hours and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 173 mi (278 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 31m |
| Lowest price | $42.26 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Meppen to Gerolstein?
2 train services operate from Meppen to Gerolstein. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 4 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 5h 44m | $50.13 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 5h 12m | $56.79 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Meppen to Gerolstein start from $57, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Gerolstein. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Meppen leaves from Train Station . And in Gerolstein trains arrive at Train Station .
From Meppen to Gerolstein train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 12 minutes. If you are looking to get to Gerolstein faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 31 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Meppen and Gerolstein is approximately 173 miles, or 278 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 42 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 31 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Meppen to Gerolstein are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Meppen at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Gerolstein to Meppen.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Meppen?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Meppen.
All train stations in Meppen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Gerolstein?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Gerolstein has one train station.
All train stations in Gerolstein:
Train Station
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