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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 38 m
Trains on 05 Sept
9
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1612 · S198:121h43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf9:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£451One-way1 change- ICE 1610 · S1910:111h44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£451One-way1 change
- S8 · ICE 728 · S199:471h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:35Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£471One-way2 changes
- S8 · ICE 820 · S198:471h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:35Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£501One-way2 changes
- S9 · ICE 1012 · 106179:021h48Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:50Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£501One-way2 changes
- ICE 128 · S199:341h28Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:02Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£691One-way1 change
- ICE 16 · 8971410:341h37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£521One-way1 change
- ICE 316 · 897108:331h38Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:11Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£591One-way1 change
- ICE 1612 · S198:121h43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf9:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£451One-way1 change
- ICE 1610 · S1910:111h44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:55Cologne/Bonn Flughafen£451One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 139 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m 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 (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen:
A coach is £27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen costing on average £37.
Other travel options to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 9m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (1h 22m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around £37 compared to roughly £23 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S9 · ICE 106 · S19 | 15:32 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h04 | 17:36 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 28 · S19 | 15:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h54 | 18:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 626 · 10631 | Delayed 14:13 16:08Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h42 | 17:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1514 · ICE 710 | 16:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h44 | 17:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 12 · 89726 | 16:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h37 | 18:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| 4487 · IC 1143 · S19 | 16:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h57 | 19:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1558 · ICE 516 · S19 | Delayed 14:54 16:43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h52 | 18:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 2544 · 10633 | 17:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h42 | 18:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 624 · 10633 | Delayed 15:11 17:08Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h42 | 18:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 224 · S19 | 17:17 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h45 | 19:02 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 26 · 10442 · S19 | 17:41 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h54 | 20:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 622 · S19 | On time 18:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h27 | 19:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1512 · S19 | 18:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h44 | 19:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 120 · S19 | On time 18:39 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 20:02 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 620 · S19 | On time 19:08 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h27 | 20:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 528 · S19 | 20:07 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h15 | 21:22 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 318 · S19 | 20:14 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h38 | 21:52 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 524 | 22:07 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 23:25 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 0 changesdirect | |
| ICE 920 · 26844 | 23:23 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h11 | 2:34 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 522 · 10647 | 23:43 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h07 | 1:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 1612 · S19 | On time 8:12 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h43 | 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 | |
| S8 · ICE 820 · S19 | 8:47 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h48 | 10:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| S9 · ICE 1012 · 10617 | 9:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h48 | 10:50 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 128 · S19 | On time 9:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h28 | 11:02 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| S8 · ICE 728 · S19 | 9:47 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h48 | 11:35 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 2 changes | |
| ICE 1610 · S19 | On time 10:11 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h44 | 11:55 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
| ICE 16 · 89714 | On time 10:34 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h37 | 12:11 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 1:10 |
Last train 21:23 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen from £8. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen
Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne/Bonn Flughafen trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne/Bonn Flughafen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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:
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.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Most popular train connections from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
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