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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1022 · S 19ICE 128 · S 19S 8 · IC 1749 · S 19ICE 822 · S 19ICE 316 · S 19ICE 822 · S 19ICE 820 · S 19ICE 128 · S 19ICE 316 · S 19ICE 1022 · S 19
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 138 km
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1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 920 · RE 26844 | Delayed 22:40 22:39Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h55 | 01:34 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
| ICE 1022 · S 19 | On time 06:57 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h38 | 09:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 822 · S 19 | On time 07:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 08:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 316 · S 19 | On time 07:30 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h25 | 08:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| S 8 · IC 1749 · S 19 | 07:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h05 | 10:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 820 · S 19 | On time 08:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 09:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 128 · S 19 | On time 08:41 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h14 | 09:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 11:54. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 59m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 11:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Cologne Bonn Airport from £6. 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: Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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