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

The cheapest way to get from Pforzheim to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €16 - €22 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pforzheim to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Pforzheim and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Pforzheim station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Pforzheim and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Pforzheim to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Pforzheim to Cologne?

The distance between Pforzheim and Cologne is 330 km. The road distance is 323 km.

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

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Cologne without a car is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 1m and costs €50 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Pforzheim to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pforzheim to Cologne bus from?

Pforzheim to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Pforzheim to Cologne train from?

Pforzheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Pforzheim to Cologne?

The best way to get from Pforzheim to Cologne is to train via Mannheim which takes 3h 1m and costs €50 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Pforzheim to Cologne bus arrive?

Pforzheim to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Pforzheim to Cologne train arrive?

Pforzheim to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Pforzheim to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Pforzheim to Cologne is 323 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Pforzheim to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Pforzheim to Cologne?

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

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

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

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Train via Mannheim
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 20 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 1m
€54–149
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Pforzheim to Colognerideshare 322.9 km
3h 26m
€16–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
6h 25m
€40–66
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Karlsruhe Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
5h 41m
€32–114
Drive 323 km
1. Drive from Pforzheim to Colognecar 323 km
2h 51m
€48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
3h 27m
€55–129
Train, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane STR - CGN
5h 35m
€143–363
Train, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane STR - DUS
5h 56m
€136–394

Pforzheim to Cologne by train

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Distance: 330.3 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pforzheim Hauptbahnhof to Köln via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Karlsruhe central train station, and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 25m.

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