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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Pegnitz is to bus via Nuremberg which costs €28 - €60 and takes 7h 59m.

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

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

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 Wuerzburg Hbf and Lichtenfels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Pegnitz?

The distance between Cologne and Pegnitz is 459 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 and bus which takes 4h 52m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m 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 bus via Nuremberg which takes 7h 59m and costs €28 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €190 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Cologne to Pegnitz train arrive?

Cologne to Pegnitz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Würzburg 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 467+ hotels available in Pegnitz.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Pegnitz by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Nürnberg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzEv
4h 52m
€56–131
Bus via Nuremberg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Nuremberg central bus stationN280 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to PegnitzEv
7h 59m
€28–57
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, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)DUS - NUE
3. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
6h 24m
€119–324
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Würzburg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to LichtenfelsIc
3. Take the train from Lichtenfels to Pegnitz
6h 7m
€84–184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Bayreuth central train station068
8h 35m
€35–74
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Nuremberg Airport, bus
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 bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
4h 42m
€116–272
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhof
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
4. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
6h 3m
€115–336
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bf
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)DUS - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhof
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
5. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Pegnitz
6h 33m
€120–375

Cologne to Pegnitz by train and bus

147Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 458.8 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

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 7h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Pegnitz via Wuerzburg Hbf and Lichtenfels in around 6h 7m.

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