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

The cheapest way to get from Bayreuth to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €18 - €24 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bayreuth to Cologne is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Bayreuth and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Bayreuth to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bayreuth Hbf and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Bamberg and Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Bayreuth to Cologne?

The distance between Bayreuth and Cologne is 495 km. The road distance is 427.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bayreuth to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs €70 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Bayreuth to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bayreuth to Cologne train from?

Bayreuth to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bayreuth Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bayreuth to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bayreuth to Cologne is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs €70 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €60 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Bayreuth to Cologne train arrive?

Bayreuth to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bamberg station.

Can I drive from Bayreuth to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bayreuth to Cologne is 428 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Bayreuth to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Bayreuth to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bayreuth and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bayreuth to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 8 ways to get from Bayreuth to Cologne by train, bus, night train, rideshare, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Bamberg
2. Take the train from Bamberg to Würzburg Hbf
3. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
5h 57m
€74–168
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bayreuth to Cologne427.9 km
4h 51m
€18–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bayreuth central train station to Cologne Airport CGN068
7h 4m
€24–59
Bus, night train
1. Take the bus from Bayreuth Hbf to Nürnberg HbfSev
2. Take the night train from Nuernberg Hbf to Koeln HbfNj
10h 7m
€51–283
Drive 427.6 km
1. Drive from Bayreuth to Cologne427.6 km
4h 14m
€61–88
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Pegnitz to Nuernberg Hbf
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)NUE - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
7h 16m
€126–368
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Pegnitz to Nuernberg Hbf
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)NUE - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf
5h 8m
€119–275
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Weiden(Oberpf)
2. Take the train from Weiden(Oberpf) to Regensburg Hbf
3. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Muenchen Flughafen Terminal
4. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MUC - CGN
7h 3m
€126–324

Bayreuth to Cologne by train

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5h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 495.3 km
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Bayreuth Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Bamberg and Würzburg Hbf in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bayreuth central train station to Cologne Airport CGN 3 times a day. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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