The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £11
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £18
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 22 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 42 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 8
- Distance
- 40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 8 trains from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.

21:54 1h13 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 23:07 Cologne Hbf £11 1 One-way 0 changes
20:54 0h54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 21:48 Cologne Hbf £11 1 One-way 0 changes
5:04 0h44 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 5:48 Cologne Hbf £20 1 One-way 0 changes
14:24 0h22 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 14:46 Cologne Hbf £20 1 One-way 0 changes
6:24 0h54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 7:18 Cologne Hbf £21 1 One-way 0 changes

14:24 0h22 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 14:46 Cologne Hbf £20 1 One-way 0 changes
5:04 0h44 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 5:48 Cologne Hbf £20 1 One-way 0 changes
4:04 0h44 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 4:48 Cologne Hbf £21 1 One-way 0 changes
6:04 0h44 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 6:48 Cologne Hbf £22 1 One-way 0 changes
19:24 0h54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station 20:18 Cologne Hbf £22 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:24, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 32m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 3:24 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
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Frequently asked questions about your Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf trip
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Live departures
Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h54 | 23:48 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:24 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h38 | 1:02 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 November | |||||
![]() | 4:04 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h44 | 4:48 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:04 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h44 | 5:48 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:04 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h44 | 6:48 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:24 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h54 | 7:18 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:24 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h22 | 14:46 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:24 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h54 | 20:18 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h54 | 21:48 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h13 | 23:07 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
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.
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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station and Cologne Hbf
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FAQs: Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne 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 Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station and Cologne Hbf
Most Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln 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: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
