1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£33
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
51 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
59 m
Trains on 18 Sept
8
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen 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 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 8 trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
ICE 920
ICE 920
ICE 316
S8 · IC 2347
ICE 1612
ICE 316
ICE 614
ICE 822 · S6
ICE 820 · S6
ICE 1612Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 151 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 6m.
The journey is about 58m faster (1h 3m by train vs 2h 1m by car) and roughly £0.05 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£21 vs £21). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 822 · S6 | Delayed 6:27 8:22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 9:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1612 | On time 8:26 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h06 | 9:32 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 316 | On time 8:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 9:39 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 614 | On time 9:10 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 10:05 Cologne Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 820 · S6 | On time 9:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 10:23 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
29542 · IC 2041 | On time 16:37 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h29 | 19:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
29544 · IC 2349 | On time 18:37 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h29 | 21:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
29534 · IC 2347 | On time 20:24 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h42 | 23:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
S8 · IC 2347 | On time 20:30 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h36 | 23:06 Cologne Hbf | 1 change | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 50m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 21:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen 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.

Most Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Flughafen and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Steigenberger Airport Hotel.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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