FRANKFURT AM MAIN to COLOGNE BONN AIRPORT train from £6 with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£15

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£27

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

1 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

1 h 41 m

Trains on 19 Sept

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.

Fast trains

On Sat 19 Sept, we found 11 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport, including 11 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.

22:223h28
Frankfurt am Main
1:50Cologne Bonn Airport
£151One-way
0 changes
21:053h29
Frankfurt am Main
0:34Cologne Bonn Airport
£161One-way
0 changes
4:561h01
Frankfurt am Main
5:57Cologne Bonn Airport
£171One-way
0 changes
22:013h33
Frankfurt am Main
1:34Cologne Bonn Airport
£181One-way
0 changes
21:233h02
Frankfurt am Main
0:25Cologne Bonn Airport
£191One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £48.

Distance: 140 km

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Most popular Train	Coach	Driving
£48 Average Price	£17 Average Price Cheapest	£23 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport:

A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average £22.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 49m.

Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport including taking a train and coach.

Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 18m faster (1h 49m by train vs 2h 7m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£22 vs £23). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 1022 · S19	On time 7:59 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h36	10:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
ICE 822 · S19	On time 8:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h27	9:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
ICE 1612 · S19	On time 8:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h43	9:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
ICE 822 · S19	On time 8:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h13	9:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
ICE 1612 · S19	On time 8:26 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h29	9:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
ICE 316 · 89710	On time 8:33 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h38	10:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
4491 · IC 2049 · S19	8:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h57	11:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 changes
ICE 316 · 89710	On time 8:48 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h23	10:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
ICE 820 · S19	On time 9:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h27	10:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
ICE 820 · S19	On time 9:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h13	10:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 change
	2:46 Frankfurt am Main	1h36	4:22 Cologne Bonn Airport	0 changesdirect
	3:41 Frankfurt am Main	1h16	4:57 Cologne Bonn Airport	0 changesdirect
	4:56 Frankfurt am Main	1h01	5:57 Cologne Bonn Airport	0 changesdirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport

Germany

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 50 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:11, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 1m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

140 km

Average train duration

1h 49m

Cheapest ticket price

£6

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 1m

First train

1:11

Last train

21:40

Cheapest Month

Apr

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jul - Sept

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

3 days

Price information

Train companies: VIAS Rail GmbH, Intercity, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport trainsVIAS Rail GmbH, Intercity, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main 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.

VIAS Rail GmbH

About

VIAS Rail GmbH is a German rail service company based in Frankfurt, operating passenger rail services in the states of Hesse, Rhineland-Palatinate, and North Rhine-Westphalia. The name \VIAS\" is derived from the Latin word \"via\" (way) and \"S\" for service. VIAS Rail GmbH operates numerous regional train lines, including services on the Odenwald Railway network and lines in the Rhein-Main Gebiet. They utilize various train types, such as Bombardier Itino and Stadler FLIRT vehicles. The company is a subsidiary of the RATH Group."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average VIAS Rail GmbH Duration

3h 16m

Cheapest VIAS Rail GmbH Price

£41

VIAS Rail GmbH frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

Quiet zone

Intercity

About

Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Intercity Duration

2h 15m

Cheapest Intercity Price

£21

Intercity frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket

Quiet zone

Learn more about Intercity

Hessische Landesbahn

About

Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Hessische Landesbahn Duration

3h 3m

Cheapest Hessische Landesbahn Price

£46

Hessische Landesbahn frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund for canceled services

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Snack and beverage service available on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for an additional fee

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed

Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Deutsche Bahn Duration

52m

Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price

£10

Deutsche Bahn frequency

30 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
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.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.

Quiet zone

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £22.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport covers a distance of 140 km and takes approximately 1h 1m. Trains run 50 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is 140 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport leaves at 1:11.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport departs at 21:40.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport run approximately 50 times per day.

Yes, there is a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

To get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is by coach, costing approximately £6.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport offers varied scenery, including glimpses of the picturesque Rhine Valley with its rolling vineyards, historic castles, and charming towns along the river, providing an enjoyable visual experience.

Yes, a day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is feasible. The journey takes 1h 1m and the distance is 140 km. Trains run 20 times per day, making it convenient for a day visit.

Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport

Most Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Cologne

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · £2

Trn · 12m · £3

S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · £5

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~51 min

BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min

Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min

SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · £3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) 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.