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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
56 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
56 m
Trains on 19 Sept
1
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 £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf you need to make at least one change.
S11 · ICE 256:540h56Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station7:50Cologne Hbf£191One-way1 change
- S11 · ICE 256:540h56Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station7:50Cologne Hbf£191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 40 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (36m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around £18 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.
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
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, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S11 · ICE 844 | Delayed 21:54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h01 | 21:31 21:31Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S11 · IC 60403 | Delayed 22:54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h03 | 22:06 22:06Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| S11 · ICE 209 | Delayed 23:54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h54 | 23:01 23:01Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
| S11 · ICE 25 | On time 6:54 Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h56 | 7:50 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 32m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 4:04 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station and Cologne Hbf from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
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.
Most popular train connections from Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station
Most popular trains to and from Cologne Hbf and Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station
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