Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€5
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€25
Fastest journey on Nov 02
29 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
30 m
Trains on Nov 02
72
Distance
40 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 72 trains from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport, including 40 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 30 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1749
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 543
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1028
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 920
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 204 · S11
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport

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Trains from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:00, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 25m.

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
36m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
25m
First train
2:00 AM
Last train
9:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
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

Live departures

Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 547
On time
10:24 AM Cologne Hbf
0h31
10:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 547 · 89717
On time
10:24 AM Cologne Hbf
0h38
11:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 128 · 10215
Delayed
9:49 AM 10:35 AMCologne Hbf
0h37
11:12 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS6 · ICE 728 · 8987911:07 AM Cologne Hbf
0h45
11:52 AM Düsseldorf Airport station2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 202 · 8971911:18 AM Cologne Hbf
0h44
12:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn8972112:07 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
1:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1020 · 89880
Delayed
11:12 AM 12:09 PMCologne Hbf
0h52
1:01 PM Düsseldorf Airport station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS1112:14 PM Cologne Hbf
1h21
1:35 PM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn2851612:31 PM Cologne Hbf
0h37
1:08 PM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS1112:44 PM Cologne Hbf
1h21
2:05 PM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn2681912:49 PM Cologne Hbf
0h38
1:27 PM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 126 · 26819
On time
12:50 PM Cologne Hbf
0h37
1:27 PM Düsseldorf Airport station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 126 · S11
On time
12:50 PM Cologne Hbf
0h45
1:35 PM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)		1 transfer
Monday, November 2
Deutsche BahnICE 920 · S82:09 AM Cologne Hbf
1h37
3:46 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 9202:09 AM Cologne Hbf
0h29
2:38 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 10284:00 AM Cologne Hbf
0h33
4:33 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5414:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h30
4:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 541 · S114:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h50
5:15 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 208 · S11
On time
5:11 AM Cologne Hbf
0h44
5:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 208 · 89867
On time
5:11 AM Cologne Hbf
0h41
5:52 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 843 · S11
On time
5:26 AM Cologne Hbf
0h49
6:15 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 843
On time
5:26 AM Cologne Hbf
0h31
5:57 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 618 · 898696:11 AM Cologne Hbf
0h41
6:52 AM Düsseldorf Airport station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 618 · S116:11 AM Cologne Hbf
0h44
6:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 5436:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h30
6:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 543 · S116:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h50
7:15 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 206 · 89871
On time
7:11 AM Cologne Hbf
0h41
7:52 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 206 · S11
On time
7:11 AM Cologne Hbf
0h44
7:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 845
On time
7:26 AM Cologne Hbf
0h31
7:57 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 845 · S11
On time
7:26 AM Cologne Hbf
0h49
8:15 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2206 · S117:46 AM Cologne Hbf
0h49
8:35 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS118:14 AM Cologne Hbf
1h21
9:35 AM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 545
On time
8:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h30
8:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 545 · S11
On time
8:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h50
9:15 AM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn285088:31 AM Cologne Hbf
0h37
9:08 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn28508 · Bus 7218:31 AM Cologne Hbf
1h07
9:38 AM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS118:34 AM Cologne Hbf
1h21
9:55 AM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 220 · 102118:35 AM Cologne Hbf
0h37
9:12 AM Düsseldorf Airport station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1036 · S11
On time
8:45 AM Cologne Hbf
0h50
9:35 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn268118:49 AM Cologne Hbf
0h38
9:27 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 220 · S118:49 AM Cologne Hbf
0h46
9:35 AM DÜSSELDORF FLUGHAFEN (DUS)1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS118:54 AM Cologne Hbf
1h21
10:15 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 204 · S11
On time
9:11 AM Cologne Hbf
0h44
9:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS119:14 AM Cologne Hbf
1h21
10:35 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1745
On time
9:17 AM Cologne Hbf
0h31
9:48 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 847
On time
9:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h31
9:56 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn285109:31 AM Cologne Hbf
0h37
10:08 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS119:34 AM Cologne Hbf
1h21
10:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn268139:49 AM Cologne Hbf
0h38
10:27 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS119:54 AM Cologne Hbf
1h21
11:15 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn8971710:07 AM Cologne Hbf
0h55
11:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1022 · 89877
On time
10:14 AM Cologne Hbf
0h38
10:52 AM Düsseldorf Airport station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS1110:14 AM Cologne Hbf
1h21
11:35 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1022 · S11
On time
10:14 AM Cologne Hbf
0h41
10:55 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station		1 transfer

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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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
25m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€7
Deutsche Bahn frequency
10 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.
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cologne and Dusseldorf Airport

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FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Dusseldorf 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 Dusseldorf Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport is €23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport is 25m to travel the 40 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport leaves at 2:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport leaves at 9:27 PM.
Yes,there are 3 direct trains a day from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, you can take a night train from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport with Deutsche Bahn. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
A day trip to Dusseldorf Airport from Cologne is worth doing with a journey time of 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Dusseldorf Airport including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport

Most Cologne to Dusseldorf Airport trains use the Köln Hbf to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Dusseldorf Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cologne
Arrival train stations in Düsseldorf
Köln HbfTrankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre

Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 16m · €7 · every ~3 min
BusIvano-Frankivsk · 20m
Subway16 · 46m · €5 · every ~9 min
18, 16 · 51m · €5 · every ~14 min

Köln Hbf train station facilities and services

Köln 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, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.

More about Köln Hbf
Köln/Bonn FlughafenKöln/Bonn Flughafen, Waldstraße 247, 51147 KölnWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre

Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 17m · €4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 21m · €4
Re · 23m · every ~2 min
BusS19, S12 · 29m · €5

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.

Köln Messe/DeutzKöln Messe/Deutz, Ottoplatz 7, 50679 KölnWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre

Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb26 · 12m · €3 · every ~3 min
Subway1, 9, 4, 3 · 15m · €2 · every ~52 min

Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services

Köln Messe/Deutz 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: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.

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