Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for 14 Jun

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£63

Fastest journey

1 h 4 m

Average duration

1 h 9 m

Trains per day

86

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 £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

Of the 86 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Frankfurt am Main every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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 BahnS19 · 10953 · ICE 1573+Hessische Landesbahn15153
    6:263h06
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    9:32Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £271One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnS19 · IC 60403
    23:222h57
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    2:19Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £291One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 524 · ICE 619
    23:271h26
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    0:53Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    £331One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnS19 · IC 2242
    20:232h52
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    23:15Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £341One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnICE 524 · ICE 619
    23:271h39
    Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
    1:06Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £361One-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 £7. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 140 km

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Coach

£28

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2h 16m

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Additional time*

2h 54m

Average total duration

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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, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 257:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
2h36
9:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 527
On time
7:26 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
8:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 527
On time
7:26 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h13
8:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89713 · ICE 11
On time
7:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h39
9:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89713 · ICE 11
On time
7:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
9:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 529
On time
8:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h16
9:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 529
On time
8:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h28
9:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 121
On time
8:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h31
10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn10608 · ICE 915
On time
9:09 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h10
10:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 1225
On time
9:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
2h36
11:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 621
On time
9:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h03
10:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 621
On time
9:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h15
10:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89717 · ICE 13
On time
9:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h39
11:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89717 · ICE 13
On time
9:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
11:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 151510:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h18
11:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 151510:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h33
11:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 623
On time
10:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h28
11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 903 · ICE 1225
On time
10:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h37
12:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 625
On time
11:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h15
12:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 625
On time
11:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h03
12:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89721 · ICE 15
On time
11:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
13:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89721 · ICE 15
On time
11:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h39
13:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 1517
On time
12:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h18
13:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 1517
On time
12:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h33
13:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · 10915+Hessische Landesbahn1511112:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
3h23
15:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 627
On time
12:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h28
13:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 627
On time
12:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h16
13:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 123
On time
12:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h17
14:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 629
On time
13:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h15
14:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 629
On time
13:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h03
14:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89725 · ICE 315
On time
13:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
15:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89725 · ICE 315
On time
13:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h39
15:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 151914:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h33
15:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 151914:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h18
15:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · 10919+Hessische Landesbahn1511314:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
3h23
17:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72114:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h15
15:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72114:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h03
15:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 125
On time
14:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h17
16:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72315:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h03
16:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72315:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h15
16:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn89729 · ICE 17
On time
15:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
17:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89729 · ICE 17
On time
15:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h39
17:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 1611
On time
16:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h33
17:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 1611
On time
16:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h18
17:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · 10923+Hessische Landesbahn1511516:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
3h23
19:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72516:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h28
17:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72516:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h16
17:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 12716:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h17
18:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche Bahn89733 · ICE 317
On time
17:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h39
19:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89733 · ICE 317
On time
17:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
19:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 1613
On time
18:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h18
19:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 1613
On time
18:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h33
19:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · 10927+Hessische Landesbahn1511718:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
3h23
21:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2 changes
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72918:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h28
19:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 72918:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h16
19:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 12918:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h17
20:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 12918:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h31
20:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche Bahn10628 · ICE 1015
On time
19:09 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h10
20:19 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 821
On time
19:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h03
20:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 821
On time
19:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h15
20:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89737 · ICE 19
On time
19:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h39
21:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn89737 · ICE 19
On time
19:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
21:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 823
On time
20:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h23
21:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 823
On time
20:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h36
21:52 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 20520:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h26
21:49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · IC 224220:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
2h58
23:21 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 22120:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h31
22:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 22120:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h17
22:13 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 319
On time
21:53 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h50
23:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 319
On time
21:53 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h36
23:29 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnBus S19 · 10453 · IC 60403
On time
22:58 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
3h19
2:17 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnBus S19 · 10453 · IC 60403 · S822:58 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
4h01
2:59 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen3 changes
Deutsche BahnBus S19 · ICE 61923:45 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
2h08
1:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Deutsche BahnBus S19 · ICE 61923:45 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h55
1:40 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche Bahn10643 · Bus S19 · ICE 61923:51 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
2h02
1:53 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2 changes
Deutsche Bahn10643 · Bus S19 · ICE 61923:51 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h49
1:40 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2 changes
Sunday 14 June
Deutsche BahnICE 827
On time
3:32 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h16
4:48 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 827
On time
3:32 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h04
4:36 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5235:30 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h21
6:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5235:30 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h09
6:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 changesdirect
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 525
On time
6:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h28
7:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · ICE 525
On time
6:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h16
7:39 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnS19 · 10953 · ICE 1573+Hessische Landesbahn151536:26 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
3h06
9:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3 changes
Deutsche Bahn10604 · ICE 1713
On time
7:09 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h40
8:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche Bahn10604 · ICE 1713
On time
7:09 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
1h25
8:34 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and more offer trains services from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:23, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 3m.

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 £7
Distance
140 km
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
34
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 3m
First train
1:23
Last train
22:45
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £7

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt am Main from £7. 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
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£12
Deutsche Bahn frequency
34 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.
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

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
3 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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£34
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
2 a day

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£42
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) frequency
11 a day

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.

FAQs
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 £28.
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 34 per day.
The train distance from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main is 140 km.
The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 1:23.
The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main departs at 22:45.
Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 34 times per day.
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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main is by coach, costing approximately £7.
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 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.
Yes, a day trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main is feasible. The journey takes 1h 3m, covering a distance of 140 km. There are 19 trains per day available for this route.
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.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt am Main

Cologne
Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €6
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
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
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €6
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
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
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
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
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

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