The average train between Pforzheim and Cologne takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Pforzheim to Cologne. 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 4 times a day between Pforzheim and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pforzheim is at 5:54 PM which arrives into Cologne at 8:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pforzheim to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Pforzheim station and arriving at Cologne station via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Pforzheim to Cologne train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH, depart from Vaihingen station.
Pforzheim to Cologne train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH, arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Book your Pforzheim to Cologne train tickets online with Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Pforzheim and Cologne is 260 km. The road distance is 338 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Vaihingen to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf hourly. Tickets cost €55–210 and the journey takes 1h 52m.