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Compare train for Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 40 km
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz
GermanyGermany
Trains from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 06:14. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 6m.
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 40 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 04:17 |
Last train 06:14 |
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
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Ratingen Ost station and Cologne Messe/Deutz from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£18
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 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.
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.
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.
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
FAQs: Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £19.
To travel from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz, you can take a train.
The cheapest way to get from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz is by train, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz is 40 km.
The train journey from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 1h 6m. Trains run 6 per day.
The last train from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz departs at 6:14.
Yes, there is a direct train between Ratingen Ost station and Cologne Messe/Deutz. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
There is no night train service from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
The first train from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz leaves at 4:17.
Trains from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Ratingen Ost station to Cologne Messe/Deutz.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ratingen Ost station and Cologne Messe/Deutz
Ratingen
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Ratingen is Ratingen Ost. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ratingen Ost for your trip from Ratingen to Cologne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Oetzbachs Heiße Theke
- Il Gelato
- Il Piccolo Cuoco
- Pizzeria Da Capo
Hotel
- Relexa hotel Ratingen City
- Bergischer Hof
- Europäischer Hof
- Hotel zum Barbarossa
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Messe/Deutz. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Messe/Deutz for your journey to Cologne from Ratingen.
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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