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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West 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 West will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Cologne West every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 154 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 32 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 154 km
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£26 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 19:43, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 19:43 |
Last train 22:24 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne West from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne West 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 West, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne West
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
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
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- Secco
- Bistro Lotus
- Ganesha
- Flandrischer Hof
- Lasthaus am Ring
- The Ascot Hotel
- Lindner Hotel City Plaza Cologne
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