The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 26 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main Flughafen for Cologne Hbf on Mon, Nov 10, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 52 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 1020
ICE 902 · S 6
ICE 928
ICE 16
ICE 822 · RB 10260
ICE 16
ICE 14
ICE 124
ICE 314
ICE 126Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 151 km
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1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1020 | Delayed 9:00 AM 8:57 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h09 | 11:09 AM 11:09 AMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 10:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 728 · S 6 | 9:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 10:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 16 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 10:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 904 | On time 9:50 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h10 | 11:00 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 612 | 10:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 726 · RB 10266 | Delayed 10:24 AM 10:23 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 11:26 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 126 | On time 10:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 11:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1010 · S 12 | On time 10:54 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 11:59 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 928 | 10:57 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h09 | 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 200 | On time 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 724 · S 6 | On time 11:25 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 12:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 12:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 610 | 12:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 722 · RB 10270 | Delayed 12:24 PM 12:23 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 1:26 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 124 | On time 12:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 1:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 918 · S 12 | On time 12:54 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 1:59 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 | On time 1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 720 · S 6 | Delayed 1:24 PM 1:23 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 2:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 14 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 2:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 900 | On time 1:50 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h06 | 2:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 518 | On time 2:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 628 · S 6 | On time 2:23 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 3:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 122 | On time 2:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 3:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 28 | 2:58 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h08 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 106 | On time 3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 626 · S 6 | Delayed 3:24 PM 3:23 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 4:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 12 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 4:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 516 | On time 4:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 624 · S 6 | Delayed 4:24 PM 4:23 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 5:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 120 | 4:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 5:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 914 · S 12 | On time 4:54 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 5:59 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 104 | On time 5:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 622 · RB 10280 | Delayed 5:24 PM 5:23 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 6:26 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 10 | On time 5:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 6:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1556 · IC 2349 | On time 5:57 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h09 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 | On time 6:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 620 · RB 10575 | On time 6:23 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h13 | 7:36 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 912 · S 12 | On time 6:54 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 7:59 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1222 | Delayed 7:09 PM 6:57 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h09 | 9:18 PM 9:18 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 102 | 7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 528 · S 6 | On time 7:24 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 8:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 512 | On time 8:09 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 9:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 526 · S 6 | On time 8:23 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 9:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 910 · S 12 | On time 8:54 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 9:59 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 100 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 10:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 524 · RB 25447 | On time 9:23 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h30 | 10:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 510 | On time 10:09 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 11:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 522 | On time 10:24 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 11:29 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
ICE 822 · RB 10260 | On time 7:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h02 | 8:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 316 | 7:30 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 8:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 614 | On time 8:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 9:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 820 · RB 10262 | On time 8:23 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 9:26 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 128 | 8:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 9:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1012 · S 19 | On time 8:54 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 9:59 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1020 | On time 8:57 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h09 | 11:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 52m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 21:39 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Flughafen and Cologne Hbf from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
ÖBB Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne 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 Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main Flughafen to Cologne Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.

