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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Pegnitz is to bus which costs €28 - €60 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Pegnitz is to train and fly which takes 3h 50m and costs €120 - €280.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Pegnitz?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Pegnitz. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Pegnitz via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Cologne to Pegnitz?

The distance between Cologne and Pegnitz is 469 km. The road distance is 426.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Pegnitz without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Cologne to Pegnitz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Pegnitz train from?

Cologne to Pegnitz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Pegnitz?

The best way to get from Cologne to Pegnitz is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Cologne to Pegnitz train arrive?

Cologne to Pegnitz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Pegnitz?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Pegnitz is 427 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Cologne to Pegnitz.

Where can I stay near Pegnitz?

There are 465+ hotels available in Pegnitz.

Cologne to Pegnitz - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Pegnitz by train, bus, night train, 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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzRe31 / ...
4h 5m
€59–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Nuremberg central bus stationN280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzEv
8h 1m
€28–56
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Nuernberg HbfNj
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzRe31 / ...
5h 51m
€58–281
Drive 426.8 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Pegnitz426.8 km
4h 14m
€60–87
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)DUS - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
5h 42m
€124–332
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)FRA - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
3h 50m
€122–280
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Karlsplatz
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
4. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
5h 27m
€120–344
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)DUS - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Karlsplatz
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
5. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
6h 6m
€125–383
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf
4. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
6h 11m
€128–298

Cologne to Pegnitz by train

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4h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 468.6 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Pegnitz via Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Pegnitz via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, Nuremberg central bus station, and Nürnberg Hbf in around 8h 1m.

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