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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main
Showing times and prices for 13 Dec
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 12 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
140 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least one change.
S 19 · ICE 12109:041h27
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:31Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 52908:231h25
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen09:48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 62109:231h25
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 12109:041h13
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:17Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 62109:231h10
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 62109:231h10
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 52908:231h10
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen09:33Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 91508:561h10
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:06Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£451One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 12109:041h13
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:17Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£371One-way
1 change
S 19 · ICE 1109:161h16
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:32Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
£411One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 140 km
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2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 22:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 19 · ICE 619 | 22:57 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h48 | 00:45 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 619 | 22:57 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h32 | 00:29 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 13 December | |||||
| S 19 · ICE 529 | On time 07:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h25 | 08:48 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 529 | On time 07:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h10 | 08:33 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 915 | On time 07:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h10 | 09:06 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 121 | On time 08:04 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h27 | 09:31 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 121 | On time 08:04 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h13 | 09:17 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 11 | On time 08:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h30 | 09:46 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 11 | On time 08:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h16 | 09:32 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 621 | On time 08:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h25 | 09:48 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 621 | On time 08:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h10 | 09:33 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1 change | |
| S 19 · ICE 817 | On time 08:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h47 | 10:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main
GermanyGermany
Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 49m.
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 £6
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 21:27 |
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 £6
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt am Main from £6. 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 Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
£12
Deutsche Bahn frequency
19 a day
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.
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.
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.
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
Hessische Landesbahn
About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone
FAQs: Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
In Frankfurt am Main, you can ascend the Main Tower for panoramic city views, explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for diverse culinary delights, and visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, renowned for its dinosaur fossils. Stroll along the River Main for scenic vistas, and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the Zeil, the city's premier shopping street. Key sights include the historic Römer city hall, the Städel Museum with its extensive art collection, the Palmengarten botanical garden, the Goethe House museum, and the impressive Frankfurt Cathedral.
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main offers some scenic views, particularly of the picturesque German countryside, including stretches along the Rhine River with its vineyards and historic castles.
Booking trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train distance from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main is 140 km.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 49m. Trains run 19 per day.
The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 6:11.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt am Main. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main.
The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main departs at 21:27.
To get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 19 times per day.
There is no night train service from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main.
Yes, a day trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main is feasible. The journey takes 49m, covering a distance of 140 km. There are 19 trains per day available for this route.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt am Main
Cologne
Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
10 km
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
- Cost €6
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
Public transport options for Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
Accessibility
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
10 kmDining
- Wunderbar
- Pizza Ciro
- Schiffsmeldestelle
- Mainod
Hotel
- Lindner Congress Hotel Frankfurt
- Parkside Hotel
- Höchster Hof
- Hotel am Schloss
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