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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 1 trains that leave Frankfurt South station for Cologne Süd 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 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 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.
9:583h55Frankfurt South station13:53Cologne Süd£531One-way0 changes
- 9:583h55Frankfurt South station13:53Cologne Süd£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 154 km
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd
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Trains from Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:58, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 154 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 154 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 9:58 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt South station to Cologne Süd 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 Süd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt South station and Cologne Süd
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- Merals Imbiss
- Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
- Freigut
- Holbein's
- Hotel am Berg
- Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
- Hotel Ritter
- Lindner Main Plaza
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- Ganesha
- Magnus
- Borsalino
- Hotel Chelsea
- Hotel Mado
- Elite Hotel
- Blacksheep Hostel
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