The average train between Cologne and Bubenreuth takes 4h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Cologne to Bubenreuth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cologne and Bubenreuth. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Bubenreuth at 12:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bubenreuth. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Bubenreuth station via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.
Cologne to Bubenreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Bubenreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.
Book your Cologne to Bubenreuth train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Cologne and Bubenreuth is 323.2 km. The road distance is 430 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €75–180 and the journey takes 3h 13m.