The average train between Cologne and Pforzheim takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Pforzheim. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Cologne and Pforzheim. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Pforzheim at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 32m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Pforzheim? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Pforzheim. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf station and arriving at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Cologne to Pforzheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Pforzheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.
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The distance between Cologne and Pforzheim is 260 km. The road distance is 323 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €50–110 and the journey takes 2h 5m.