Cologne to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

Wed, Aug 26
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Aug 26

Cheapest price

€20

Average price

€42

Fastest journey

47 m

Average duration

49 m

Trains per day

138

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast trains

Of the 138 trains that leave Cologne for Frankfurt am Main on Wed, Aug 26, 103 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .

On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 49 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 BahnIC 2542
    8:53 PM2h06
    Cologne Hbf
    10:59 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
    €201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2542
    8:53 PM2h20
    Cologne Hbf
    11:13 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    €201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn17379 · IC 60403
    11:36 PM2h25
    Cologne Hbf
    2:01 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn17379 · IC 60403
    11:36 PM2h41
    Cologne Hbf
    2:17 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
    €251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 821
    7:35 PM1h04
    Cologne Hbf
    8:39 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
    €281One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €265.

Distance: 153 km

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Bus
Flight

€35

Average price

€12

Average price

Cheapest

€604

Average price

2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 15m

Average total duration

3h 15m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Cologne to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 621
Delayed
8:04 AM 9:34 AMCologne Hbf
1h17
9:09 AM 9:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 621
Delayed
8:04 AM 9:34 AMCologne Hbf
1h05
8:56 AM 8:56 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2521
Delayed
8:04 AM 9:34 AMCologne Hbf
1h17
9:09 AM 9:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2521
Delayed
8:04 AM 9:34 AMCologne Hbf
1h05
8:56 AM 8:56 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 121
Delayed
8:13 AM 9:51 AMCologne Hbf
1h29
11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 515
Delayed
8:08 AM 9:54 AMCologne Hbf
0h55
10:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 515 · ICE 121
Delayed
8:08 AM 9:54 AMCologne Hbf
1h26
11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 217 · ICE 1559
On time
9:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1h15
11:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2179:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h57
10:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1310:19 AM Cologne Hbf
1h08
11:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1310:19 AM Cologne Hbf
0h54
11:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 151510:29 AM Cologne Hbf
1h20
11:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 151510:29 AM Cologne Hbf
1h05
11:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 623
On time
10:35 AM Cologne Hbf
1h16
11:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 623
On time
10:35 AM Cologne Hbf
1h04
11:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2523
On time
10:35 AM Cologne Hbf
1h16
11:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2523
On time
10:35 AM Cologne Hbf
1h04
11:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2013 · 449010:53 AM Cologne Hbf
2h30
1:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 105
Delayed
9:17 AM 10:54 AMCologne Hbf
0h55
10:08 AM 10:08 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 105 · ICE 27
Delayed
9:17 AM 10:54 AMCologne Hbf
1h19
12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 225
Delayed
9:41 AM 11:33 AMCologne Hbf
0h53
10:33 AM 10:33 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 625
On time
11:45 AM Cologne Hbf
1h06
12:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 625
On time
11:45 AM Cologne Hbf
0h54
12:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2525
On time
11:45 AM Cologne Hbf
0h54
12:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2525
On time
11:45 AM Cologne Hbf
1h06
12:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn10417 · ICE 2911:46 AM Cologne Hbf
2h27
2:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn10417 · ICE 2911:46 AM Cologne Hbf
2h13
1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 517
Delayed
10:00 AM 11:54 AMCologne Hbf
0h55
10:51 AM 10:51 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1512:18 PM Cologne Hbf
1h09
1:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1512:18 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
1:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 151712:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h05
1:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 151712:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h20
1:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 627
On time
12:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 627
On time
12:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
1:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2527
On time
12:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
1:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2527
On time
12:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
1:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2574 · 449212:53 PM Cologne Hbf
2h30
3:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 107
Delayed
10:59 AM 12:54 PMCologne Hbf
0h55
1:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 107 · ICE 29
Delayed
10:59 AM 12:54 PMCologne Hbf
1h19
2:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 919
On time
1:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h49
2:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 629
On time
1:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
2:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 629
On time
1:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
2:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2529
On time
1:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
2:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2529
On time
1:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
2:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn10425 · ICE 229
On time
1:46 PM Cologne Hbf
2h27
4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn10425 · ICE 229
On time
1:46 PM Cologne Hbf
2h13
3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 123
Delayed
11:58 AM 1:53 PMCologne Hbf
1h16
3:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 519
Delayed
12:01 PM 1:54 PMCologne Hbf
0h55
12:53 PM 12:53 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3152:18 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
3:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3152:18 PM Cologne Hbf
1h09
3:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15192:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h05
3:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15192:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h20
3:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 721
On time
2:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 721
On time
2:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
3:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25312:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
3:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25312:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
3:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2546 · 296932:53 PM Cologne Hbf
2h30
5:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 109 · ICE 229
On time
2:54 PM Cologne Hbf
1h19
4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 109
On time
2:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
3:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1011
On time
3:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h49
4:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 723
On time
3:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
4:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 723
On time
3:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
4:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25333:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
4:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25333:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
4:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 125
Delayed
1:58 PM 3:53 PMCologne Hbf
1h16
5:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6113:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
4:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 174:18 PM Cologne Hbf
1h09
5:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 174:18 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
5:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 16114:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h05
5:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 16114:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h20
5:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 725
On time
4:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 725
On time
4:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
5:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25354:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
5:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25354:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
5:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2548 · 296954:53 PM Cologne Hbf
2h30
7:23 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2014:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
5:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 201 · S84:54 PM Cologne Hbf
1h33
6:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1013
On time
5:32 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h47
6:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 727
On time
5:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
6:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 727
On time
5:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
6:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1275:53 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
7:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6135:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
6:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3176:18 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
7:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3176:18 PM Cologne Hbf
1h09
7:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 16136:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h20
7:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 16136:29 PM Cologne Hbf
1h05
7:34 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 729
On time
6:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
7:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 729
On time
6:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
7:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25396:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
7:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25396:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
7:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 203
On time
6:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 203 · S9
On time
6:54 PM Cologne Hbf
1h34
8:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1015
On time
7:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h49
8:19 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1015 · 4267
On time
7:30 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1h21
8:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 8217:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
8:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2511
On time
7:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h04
8:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2511+Hessische Landesbahn24363
On time
7:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h23
8:58 PM Frankfurt South station		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 821+Hessische Landesbahn243637:35 PM Cologne Hbf
1h23
8:58 PM Frankfurt South station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1297:53 PM Cologne Hbf
1h16
9:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6157:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
8:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 198:18 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
9:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 198:18 PM Cologne Hbf
1h09
9:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 8238:24 PM Cologne Hbf
1h15
9:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 8238:24 PM Cologne Hbf
1h28
9:52 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25438:24 PM Cologne Hbf
1h28
9:52 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 25438:24 PM Cologne Hbf
1h15
9:39 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 25428:53 PM Cologne Hbf
2h20
11:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 25428:53 PM Cologne Hbf
2h06
10:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 205
On time
8:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
9:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 205 · S9
On time
8:54 PM Cologne Hbf
1h34
10:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2219:49 PM Cologne Hbf
1h05
10:54 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2219:49 PM Cologne Hbf
0h52
10:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 61710:01 PM Cologne Hbf
0h55
10:56 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 617 · S910:01 PM Cologne Hbf
1h27
11:28 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 31910:18 PM Cologne Hbf
1h11
11:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 31910:18 PM Cologne Hbf
1h25
11:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn17379 · IC 6040311:36 PM Cologne Hbf
2h41
2:17 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn17379 · IC 6040311:36 PM Cologne Hbf
2h25
2:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 61911:54 PM Cologne Hbf
0h59
12:53 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 61911:54 PM Cologne Hbf
1h12
1:06 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 8273:21 AM Cologne Hbf
1h27
4:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 8273:21 AM Cologne Hbf
1h15
4:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 521
On time
4:28 AM Cologne Hbf
1h08
5:36 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 521
On time
4:28 AM Cologne Hbf
1h20
5:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 22835:19 AM Cologne Hbf
1h32
6:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 22835:19 AM Cologne Hbf
1h20
6:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 911
On time
5:25 AM Cologne Hbf
0h54
6:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 911 · ICE 921
On time
5:25 AM Cologne Hbf
1h38
7:03 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 911 · ICE 2283
On time
5:25 AM Cologne Hbf
1h26
6:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 511
On time
5:48 AM Cologne Hbf
1h01
6:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 511 · ICE 1555
On time
5:48 AM Cologne Hbf
1h25
7:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn10059 · ICE 236:11 AM Cologne Hbf
2h19
8:30 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn10059 · ICE 236:11 AM Cologne Hbf
2h33
8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 15116:27 AM Cologne Hbf
1h07
7:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15116:27 AM Cologne Hbf
1h22
7:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5256:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1h06
7:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5256:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h54
7:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2348 · 29691
On time
6:53 AM Cologne Hbf
2h30
9:23 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 101
On time
6:54 AM Cologne Hbf
0h55
7:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 101 · 4253
On time
6:54 AM Cologne Hbf
1h28
8:22 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 913
On time
7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h49
8:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 913 · ICE 23
On time
7:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1h14
8:44 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1713
On time
7:33 AM Cologne Hbf
1h01
8:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1713
On time
7:33 AM Cologne Hbf
1h16
8:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5277:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h54
8:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5277:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1h06
8:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 513
On time
7:54 AM Cologne Hbf
0h55
8:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 513 · ICE 1557
On time
7:54 AM Cologne Hbf
1h19
9:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 118:19 AM Cologne Hbf
1h08
9:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 118:19 AM Cologne Hbf
0h54
9:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15138:29 AM Cologne Hbf
1h20
9:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15138:29 AM Cologne Hbf
1h05
9:34 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5298:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1h06
9:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5298:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h54
9:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2040 · 4756
On time
8:53 AM Cologne Hbf
2h30
11:23 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 103
On time
8:54 AM Cologne Hbf
0h55
9:49 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 103 · ICE 25
On time
8:54 AM Cologne Hbf
1h19
10:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 119
On time
8:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h57
9:55 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 119 · ICE 25
On time
8:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
1h15
10:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 915
On time
9:30 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz
0h49
10:19 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 621
On time
9:34 AM Cologne Hbf
1h17
10:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 621
On time
9:34 AM Cologne Hbf
1h05
10:39 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn10413 · ICE 279:46 AM Cologne Hbf
2h13
11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn10413 · ICE 279:46 AM Cologne Hbf
2h27
12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 121
On time
9:51 AM Cologne Hbf
1h29
11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf		0 transfersDirect

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) and more offer trains services from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

The best time to book your train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cologne to Frankfurt am Main route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main run on average 47 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 48m.

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
153 km
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Trains per day
47
Direct trains
39
Fastest train
48m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
56 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

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main from €6. 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
48m
Cheapest Price
€6
Deutsche Bahn frequency
51 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

Hessische Landesbahn

About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 6m
Cheapest Price
€40
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
42 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 9m
Cheapest Price
€80
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is €35; 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 Frankfurt am Main is 48m to travel the 153 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 Frankfurt am Main leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 39 direct trains a day from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Frankfurt am Main from Cologne is worth doing with a journey time of 48m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

Most Cologne to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main

Which Cologne station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?

Trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main leave from Köln Hbf. The station is 1 km from Cologne city centre at Trankgasse 11, 50667 Cologne, Germany.
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 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.

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.

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