Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£10

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£13

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

39 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

46 m

Trains on 12 Sept

9

Distance

44 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

On Sat 12 Sept, we found 9 trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf, including 9 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Deutsche Bahn
    20:480h55
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    21:43Düsseldorf Hbf
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    22:480h47
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    23:35Düsseldorf Hbf
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    23:380h53
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    0:31Düsseldorf Hbf
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1:090h39
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    1:48Düsseldorf Hbf
    £111One-way
    0 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn
    21:500h59
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    22:49Düsseldorf Hbf
    £111One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 44 km

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Driving

£12

Average Price

£6

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Cheapest

£11

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

59m

Average total duration

Fastest

29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 26m

Average total duration

56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

46m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf is a coach with an average price of £6.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf:

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf costing on average £12.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 29m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf Hbf take longer:

Coach takes on average 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Düsseldorf Hbf including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 17m sooner (29m by train vs 46m by car). Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche Bahn0:38 Cologne Bonn Airport
0h53
1:31 Düsseldorf Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn1:09 Cologne Bonn Airport
0h39
1:48 Düsseldorf Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn7:09 Cologne Bonn Airport
0h44
7:53 Düsseldorf Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche Bahn7:23 Cologne Bonn Airport
0h52
8:15 Düsseldorf Hbf0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf

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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf run on average 14 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 01:14, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 22m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance
44 km
Average train duration
29m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
22m
First train
1:14
Last train
23:38
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Düsseldorf Hbf from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
44m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£7
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
22m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
£3
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH Price
£19
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH frequency
2 a day

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) Price
£25
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) Price
£23
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Düsseldorf Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £12.
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 22m. Trains run 14 per day.
The train distance from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf is 44 km.
The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf leaves at 1:14.
The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf departs at 23:38.
Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf run approximately 14 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cologne Bonn Airport and Düsseldorf Hbf. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf passes through urban and industrial areas rather than scenic landscapes, offering views of the Rhine River and the outskirts of cities.
Yes, a day trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf is feasible as the journey takes 22m, covers a distance of 44 km, and there are 6 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Bonn Airport and Düsseldorf Hbf

Most Cologne Bonn Airport to Düsseldorf Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Bonn Airport and Düsseldorf Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf HbfDüsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 49m · £26 · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · £14 · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m

Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.

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