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Trip Summary
There are usually 107 daily train trips available from Pforzheim to Cologne. Traveling by train from Pforzheim to Cologne usually takes 3 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 161 mi (259 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 20m |
Lowest price | $16.17 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Pforzheim to Cologne?
There are 4 train lines with service from Pforzheim to Cologne. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 91 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
DB Intercity | 1 | 5h 21m | $16.17 |
DB Intercity-Express | 17 | 3h 9m | $66.80 |
Deutsche Bahn | 91 | 3h 39m | $57.47 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 17 | 4h 4m | $49.23 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Pforzheim to Cologne start from $26, and on average cost . Daily there are 17 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Cologne. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Pforzheim leaves from Eutingen(Baden) and 3 other stations. And in Cologne trains arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 and one other train station.
From Pforzheim to Cologne train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cologne faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Pforzheim to Cologne tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Pforzheim at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 107 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Cologne to Pforzheim.
City Information
Cologne
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There's no shortage of sights, culture, history, and adventure in Cologne, an alluring city on the Rhine. One of the most famous landmarks of the city is the Cologne Cathedral. This Gothic building and UNESCO World Heritage site remains the most iconic structure in the city. In fact, the Cologne Cathedral is the most visited landmark in Germany. Next door, the Museum Ludwig contrasts the cathedral's sense of history with an impressive collection of modern art, including works by Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol.
Cologne's breadth of museums also caters to a younger crowd. Families with children should head to the Cologne Chocolate Museum along the river or the Cologne Zoological Garden for memorable, kid-friendly experiences.
Foodies, rejoice! Cologne is home to mouthwatering German delicacies and upscale restaurants. Start your day with breakfast at Café Sehnsucht. For lunch, visit Herings Im Martinswinkel, and for dinner, head over to Bei Oma Kleinmann to feel like you're visiting your long-lost German grandmother.
Trains like Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, and FlixTrain connect Cologne to other major European cities, including Munich, Paris, and Vienna. You can also catch a bus from Cologne on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Union Ivkoni, or Columbuzz. Plus, the Cologne Bonn Airport is a large, well-outfitted airport with daily international flights for travelers coming from afar.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Pforzheim?
Main departure station: Train Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Pforzheim where you can board the train.
All train stations in Pforzheim:
Train Station
Eutingen(Baden)
Brötzingen Mitte
Brötzingen Wohnlichstraße
Brötzingen Sandweg
Pforzheim-Weißenstein
Where is the train station in Cologne?
Main arrival station: Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
Cologne receives travelers from Pforzheim at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Cologne:
Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
Central Station
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