1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 1 m
Trains on 17 Sept
1
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Herne 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 Herne to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 trains from Herne to Cologne Bonn Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Herne to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 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 £6, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 74 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Herne to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Herne to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average £25.
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 55m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.59. The journey takes 1h 21m versus 1h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Herne to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 06:50. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 6:50 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herne 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.

Most Herne to Cologne Bonn Airport trains use the Herne to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Herne and Cologne Bonn Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Herne 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: Thessaloniki Grill, Olymp-Grill, Rosmarino, Pizzeria Peppone
Wi-Fi is available at Herne. ATMs are available at Herne.
Ticket office support is available at Herne. Information desks are available at Herne.
Luggage storage is available at Herne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Herne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Herne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Herne.
Nearby hotels include Annette Ohlsen, Haus Kröner, Zur Post, Hotel Neos.
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