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

The cheapest way to get from Pirmasens to Cologne is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pirmasens to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Pirmasens and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Pirmasens to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln via Kaiserslautern central train station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Pirmasens and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Pirmasens to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Kaiserslautern Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Pirmasens to Cologne?

The distance between Pirmasens and Cologne is 337 km. The road distance is 260.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pirmasens to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €55 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Pirmasens to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pirmasens to Cologne bus from?

Pirmasens to Cologne bus services, operated by ORN Omnibusverkehr Rhein-Nahe GmbH, depart from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Pirmasens to Cologne train from?

Pirmasens to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Pirmasens to Cologne?

The best way to get from Pirmasens to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €55 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Pirmasens to Cologne bus arrive?

Pirmasens to Cologne bus services, operated by ORN Omnibusverkehr Rhein-Nahe GmbH, arrive at Kaiserslautern, Hbf station.

Where does the Pirmasens to Cologne train arrive?

Pirmasens to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Kaiserslautern, Hbf station.

Can I drive from Pirmasens to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Pirmasens to Cologne is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Pirmasens to Cologne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Pirmasens to Cologne?

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Pirmasens to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Pirmasens to Cologne by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Kaiserslautern Hbf to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
3h 25m
€58–241
Drive 260.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pirmasens to Colognecar 260.6 km
2h 47m
€38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbfbus
2. Take the bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 220 / ...
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus
6h 52m
Train via Bingen am Rhein
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Bingen, Hauptbahnhoftrain Rb65
2. Take the train from Bingen, Hauptbahnhof to Köln West Bftrain Rb26
5h 40m
€49–75
Train via Koblenz
1. Take the train from Kaiserslautern, Hbf to Koblenz Hauptbahnhoftrain Re1
2. Take the train from Koblenz Hbf to Koeln Suedtrain Re
6h 19m
€58–136

Pirmasens to Cologne by train

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Distance: 337.2 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Kaiserslautern Hbf, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pirmasens, Hauptbahnhof to Köln via Kaiserslautern central train station and Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 52m.

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