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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Airport 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 station to Cologne Hbf will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf Airport station for Cologne Hbf every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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.
1:310h31Düsseldorf Airport station2:02Cologne Hbf£61One-way0 changes- 5:040h55Düsseldorf Airport station5:59Cologne Hbf£141One-way0 changes
- 18:570h51Düsseldorf Airport station19:48Cologne Hbf£161One-way0 changes
- 7:160h43Düsseldorf Airport station7:59Cologne Hbf£191One-way0 changes
- 12:250h45Düsseldorf Airport station13:10Cologne Hbf£191One-way0 changes
- 1:310h31Düsseldorf Airport station2:02Cologne Hbf£61One-way0 changes
- 17:160h33Düsseldorf Airport station17:49Cologne Hbf£211One-way0 changes
- 7:160h43Düsseldorf Airport station7:59Cologne Hbf£191One-way0 changes
- 7:020h43Düsseldorf Airport station7:45Cologne Hbf£191One-way0 changes
- 12:250h45Düsseldorf Airport station13:10Cologne Hbf£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf 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 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 41 km
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1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:04 Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h55 | 5:59 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:16 Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h43 | 7:59 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:25 Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 13:10 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf by train or coach
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixTrain or Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to find the best option for your trip from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 16m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:12 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Düsseldorf Airport station and Cologne Hbf from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
FlixTrain
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Airport 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf Airport station and Cologne Hbf
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
- Novotel
- Ibis
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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