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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Showing times and prices for 30 Apr
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
139 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Fast trains
Of the 43 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 15 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.
S19 · ICE 9213:233h40Cologne/Bonn Flughafen7:03Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£281One-way1 change- S19 · ICE 5213:532h48Cologne/Bonn Flughafen6:41Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£371One-way1 change
- S19 · ICE 8272:533h04Cologne/Bonn Flughafen5:57Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£391One-way1 change
- S19 · IC 224220:232h57Cologne/Bonn Flughafen23:20Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£391One-way1 change
- ICE 5235:301h21Cologne/Bonn Flughafen6:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£471One-way0 changes
- S19 · ICE 6219:361h15Cologne/Bonn Flughafen10:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1011One-way1 change
- S19 · ICE 5277:361h15Cologne/Bonn Flughafen8:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1011One-way1 change
- S19 · ICE 82119:361h15Cologne/Bonn Flughafen20:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1011One-way1 change
- S19 · ICE 72315:361h15Cologne/Bonn Flughafen16:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1211One-way1 change
- S19 · ICE 62511:361h15Cologne/Bonn Flughafen12:51Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£1211One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 139 km
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£22 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Wednesday 29 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S19 · ICE 827 | Delayed 2:53 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3h04 | 3:59 3:59Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 827 | Delayed 3:53 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h04 | 3:59 3:59Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 521 | On time 3:53 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2h48 | 6:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 911 · ICE 521 | On time 4:43 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h58 | 6:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S19 · ICE 521 | On time 4:43 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h58 | 6:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 523 | On time 5:30 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h21 | 6:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S19 · ICE 511 · ICE 1555 | On time 5:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h37 | 7:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S19 · ICE 527 | On time 7:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h15 | 8:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 89713 · ICE 11 | On time 7:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h39 | 9:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 1513 | On time 8:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 9:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 529 | On time 8:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h28 | 9:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 1253 | On time 8:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h31 | 10:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 621 | On time 9:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h15 | 10:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 89717 · ICE 13 | On time 9:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h39 | 11:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 1515 | On time 10:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 11:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 623 | On time 10:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h28 | 11:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 1255 · S8 | 10:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h47 | 12:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S19 · ICE 625 | On time 11:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h15 | 12:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 89721 · ICE 15 | On time 11:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h39 | 13:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 1517 | On time 12:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 13:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 627 | On time 12:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h28 | 13:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 153 | On time 13:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h29 | 14:45 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 629 | On time 13:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h15 | 14:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 89725 · ICE 315 | On time 13:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h39 | 15:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 1519 | 14:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 15:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 721 | On time 14:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h15 | 15:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 155 | On time 15:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h29 | 16:45 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 723 | On time 15:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h15 | 16:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 89729 · ICE 17 | On time 15:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h39 | 17:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 1611 | On time 16:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 17:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 725 | On time 16:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h28 | 17:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 157 | On time 16:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h31 | 18:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 710 · ICE 317 | On time 17:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h31 | 19:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
S19 · 10927+ 15117 | 18:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3h23 | 21:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S19 · ICE 1613 | On time 18:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h33 | 19:49 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 729 | 18:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h28 | 19:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 10628 · ICE 1021 | On time 19:09 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3h04 | 22:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 159 | On time 19:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h32 | 20:48 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 821 | On time 19:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h15 | 20:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| 89737 · ICE 19 | On time 19:48 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h39 | 21:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 823 | On time 20:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h35 | 21:51 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · IC 2242 | On time 20:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3h04 | 23:27 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
| S19 · ICE 205 · ICE 1021 | On time 20:23 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1h50 | 22:13 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
| ICE 524 · ICE 619 | On time 23:27 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 3h12 | 2:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:20, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 16m.
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 139 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 2:20 |
Last train 22:27 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£8
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
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£35
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 (Main) Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 15 per day.
The train distance from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 139 km.
The first train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf leaves at 2:20.
The last train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf departs at 22:27.
Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run approximately 15 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Rhine River, rolling hills, and picturesque towns, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, a day trip from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is feasible. The journey takes 1h 16m, covers 139 km, and there are 11 train services available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Bonn Airport and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cologne
Frankfurt am Main
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information 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.
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