The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cheapest price on Oct 06
€7
Average ticket price on Oct 06
€30
Fastest journey on Oct 06
1 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Oct 06
1 h 6 m
Trains on Oct 06
51
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
On Tue, Oct 06, we found 51 trains from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, including 41 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 06 the direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
ICE 617 · IC 24429:54 PM1h19Cologne Hbf11:13 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€71One-way1 transfer
IC 24428:53 PM2h20Cologne Hbf11:13 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 61911:55 PM1h11Cologne Hbf1:06 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
ICE 205 · ICE 10218:54 PM1h19Cologne Hbf10:13 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€71One-way1 transfer
ICE 10217:53 PM2h20Cologne Hbf10:13 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€151One-way0 transfers
ICE 7296:45 PM1h06Cologne Messe/Deutz7:51 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€371One-way0 transfers
ICE 5277:45 AM1h06Cologne Messe/Deutz8:51 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€371One-way0 transfers
ICE 7212:45 PM1h06Cologne Messe/Deutz3:51 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
ICE 7233:45 PM1h06Cologne Messe/Deutz4:51 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€181One-way0 transfers
ICE 7254:45 PM1h06Cologne Messe/Deutz5:51 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf€251One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Trains from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 53m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 6:19 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Monday, October 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1021 | Delayed 6:17 PM 7:53 PMCologne Hbf | 2h20 | 8:35 PM 8:35 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 19 | Delayed 6:44 PM 8:18 PMCologne Hbf | 1h09 | 7:48 PM 7:48 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 823 | On time 8:34 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h18 | 9:52 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2442 | Delayed 6:55 PM 8:53 PMCologne Hbf | 2h20 | 11:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 205 · ICE 1021 | Delayed 8:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h19 | 8:35 PM 8:35 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 827 | On time 3:21 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h27 | 4:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
33611 · ICE 921 | Delayed 3:56 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h07 | 5:03 AM 5:03 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 521 | On time 4:28 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h20 | 5:48 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 523 | On time 5:20 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h31 | 6:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 911 · ICE 523 | On time 5:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h26 | 6:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1713 | On time 7:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h16 | 8:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 527 | On time 7:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 8:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 25 | 7:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h20 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 513 · ICE 1557 | On time 7:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h19 | 9:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 11 | On time 8:19 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h08 | 9:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1513 | On time 8:29 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h20 | 9:49 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 529 | On time 8:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2040 · 4756 | On time 8:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h30 | 11:23 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 103 · ICE 25 | On time 8:54 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h19 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119 · ICE 25 | On time 8:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h15 | 10:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 121 | On time 9:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h09 | 10:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 621 | On time 9:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 10:51 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 27 | 9:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h20 | 12:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 217 · ICE 1559 | On time 9:58 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h15 | 11:13 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 | On time 10:19 AM Cologne Hbf | 1h08 | 11:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 625 | On time 11:45 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 12:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 29 | 11:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h20 | 2:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 15 | On time 12:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h09 | 1:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1517 | On time 12:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h20 | 1:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 627 | On time 12:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 1:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 629 | On time 1:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 2:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 229 | On time 1:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h20 | 4:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 315 | On time 2:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h09 | 3:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1519 | On time 2:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h20 | 3:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 721 | On time 2:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 3:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 723 | On time 3:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 4:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 927 | On time 3:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h19 | 6:12 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 17 | On time 4:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h09 | 5:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1611 | On time 4:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h20 | 5:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 725 | On time 4:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 5:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 727 | On time 5:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 6:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 929 | On time 5:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h20 | 8:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 317 | On time 6:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h09 | 7:27 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1613 | On time 6:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 1h20 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 729 | On time 6:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 7:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 821 | On time 7:45 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1h06 | 8:51 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1021 | 7:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 2h20 | 10:13 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Hessische Landesbahn
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Most Cologne to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) 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, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
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