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 train and fly which takes 4h 6m and costs €120 - €280.

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 Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

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 4h 38m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m 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 4h 38m and costs €60 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €65 and takes 7h.

Where does the Bayreuth to Cologne train arrive?

Bayreuth to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf 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 - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, and night train

There are 10 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 Nürnberg HbfRe32 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf41 / ...
4h 38m
€62–143
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
€24–61
Bus, night train
1. Take the bus from Bayreuth Hbf to Nürnberg HbfEv
2. Take the night train from Nuernberg Hbf to Koeln HbfNj
10h 7m
€51–283
Train via Würzburg
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 30m
€74–168
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 Bayreuth Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)NUE - DUS
3. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
6h 15m
€131–370
Train to Nuremberg Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Frankfurt (FRA)NUE - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf
4h 6m
€125–277
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)MUC - CGN
5h 35m
€125–339
Train, train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf
3. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)MUC - DUS
4. Take the train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln Hbf
6h 16m
€138–380

Bayreuth to Cologne by train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 494.8 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bayreuth Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 38m. 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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