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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 27

Cheapest price on Oct 27

€10

Average ticket price on Oct 27

€51

Fastest journey on Oct 27

53 m

Average journey duration on Oct 27

55 m

Trains on Oct 27

97

Distance

153 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 to Cologne Hbf will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

On Tue, Oct 27, we found 97 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf, including 30 direct services.

On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .

On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 55 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 24
    7:59 PM2h07
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:06 PMCologne Hbf
    €101One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 102
    8:22 PM0h53
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    9:15 PMCologne Hbf
    €151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1022
    7:59 AM2h07
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:06 AMCologne Hbf
    €241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 926
    11:59 AM2h07
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    2:06 PMCologne Hbf
    €301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 926
    11:41 AM2h25
    Frankfurt South station
    2:06 PMCologne Hbf
    €301One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 49m.

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
1h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
33
Direct trains
19
Fastest train
49m
First train
5:59 AM
Last train
9:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
49 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

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 186:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
7:40 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 186:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
7:40 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 824 · S67:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h15
8:23 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn29508 · ICE 1014 · S197:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
8:39 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 6167:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
8:05 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 824 · S67:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
8:23 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2207:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h09
8:43 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1014 · S19
Delayed
6:52 AM 7:41 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h58
8:39 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1022
On time
7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h23
10:06 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1022 · ICE 204
Delayed
7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
8:10 AM 8:10 AMCologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2207:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h57
8:43 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Hessische Landesbahn24318+Deutsche BahnICE 204
On time
7:57 AM Frankfurt South station
1h13
9:10 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Hessische Landesbahn24318+Deutsche BahnICE 204 · 106087:57 AM Frankfurt South station
1h25
9:22 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1022
On time
7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
10:06 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 3168:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
9:38 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 822 · S118:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h02
9:13 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 204 · 10608
On time
8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
9:22 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 6148:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
10:05 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 3168:33 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h05
9:38 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4491 · IC 10498:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h27
11:05 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Hessische Landesbahn15164+Deutsche BahnICE 6148:39 AM Frankfurt South station
1h26
10:05 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 820 · S68:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
10:23 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24322+Deutsche BahnICE 820 · S68:57 AM Frankfurt South station
1h26
10:23 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4254 · ICE 1012 · S199:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
10:39 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 6149:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
10:05 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 820 · S69:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
10:23 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1289:36 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h07
10:43 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1012 · S19
On time
9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h58
10:39 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1020
On time
9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h22
12:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1289:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h57
10:43 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 202 · 106129:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h35
11:22 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24330+Deutsche BahnICE 728 · 100219:57 AM Frankfurt South station
1h21
11:18 AM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn29514 · ICE 1610:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h29
11:38 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 728 · 10021
On time
10:13 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h05
11:18 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 202 · 1061210:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
11:22 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 61210:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
12:05 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1610:37 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
11:38 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Hessische Landesbahn15166+Deutsche BahnICE 61210:39 AM Frankfurt South station
1h26
12:05 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 726 · S610:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
12:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24332+Deutsche BahnICE 726 · S610:57 AM Frankfurt South station
1h26
12:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4256 · ICE 1010 · S1911:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
12:39 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 61211:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
12:05 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 12611:17 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h26
12:43 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 726 · S6
On time
11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
12:23 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 724 · 1002711:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h46
1:18 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 1010 · S19
On time
11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h58
12:39 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 92611:41 AM Frankfurt South station
2h25
2:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 12611:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h57
12:43 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 200 · 1061611:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h35
1:22 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24336+Deutsche BahnICE 724 · 1002711:57 AM Frankfurt South station
1h21
1:18 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 92611:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
2:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 31412:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h35
1:37 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 724 · 10027
On time
12:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h05
1:18 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 200 · 1061612:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
1:22 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 31412:32 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h05
1:37 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 61012:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
2:05 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Hessische Landesbahn15168+Deutsche BahnICE 61012:39 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
2:05 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 722 · S612:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
2:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24338+Deutsche BahnICE 722 · S612:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
2:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4258 · ICE 918 · S191:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
2:39 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 6101:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
2:05 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 124
On time
1:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h26
2:43 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 722 · S6
On time
1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
2:23 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 720 · S111:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h41
3:13 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 918 · S19
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h58
2:39 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 228
On time
1:44 PM Frankfurt South station
2h22
4:06 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 108 · 106201:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h35
3:22 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 124
On time
1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
2:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Hessische Landesbahn24342+Deutsche BahnICE 720 · S111:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h16
3:13 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 228
On time
1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
4:06 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 142:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h35
3:37 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 720 · S11
On time
2:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
3:13 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 108 · 10620
On time
2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
3:22 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 518
On time
2:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
4:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 142:36 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
3:37 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Hessische Landesbahn15170+Deutsche BahnICE 518
On time
2:39 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
4:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 628 · S62:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
4:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24344+Deutsche BahnICE 628 · S62:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
4:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 122
On time
3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h41
4:43 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn4260 · ICE 916 · S193:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
4:39 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 518
On time
3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
4:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 628 · S6
On time
3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
4:23 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 626 · 100373:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h46
5:18 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 122
On time
3:33 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h10
4:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 916 · S19
On time
3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h58
4:39 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 283:42 PM Frankfurt South station
2h24
6:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 106 · 106243:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h35
5:22 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24352+Deutsche BahnICE 626 · 100373:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h21
5:18 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 283:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
6:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn29526 · ICE 124:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
5:39 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 626 · 10037
On time
4:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h05
5:18 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 106 · 10624
On time
4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
5:22 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn29542 · IC 1941
On time
4:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h41
7:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 516
On time
4:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
6:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 124:37 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h02
5:39 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Hessische Landesbahn15172+Deutsche BahnICE 516
On time
4:39 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
6:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 216 · S194:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h17
5:57 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn29262 · ICE 624 · S64:54 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h29
6:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24354+Deutsche BahnICE 624 · S64:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
6:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 516
On time
5:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
6:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 224
On time
5:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h26
6:43 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 624 · S6
On time
5:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
6:23 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn29528 · ICE 118 · 221355:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h38
7:02 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 622 · S115:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h41
7:13 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 265:46 PM Frankfurt South station
2h20
8:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 224
On time
5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
6:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 118 · 22135
On time
5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h09
7:02 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn29266 · ICE 104 · 106285:54 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h28
7:22 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24358+Deutsche BahnICE 622 · S115:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h16
7:13 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 265:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
8:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 106:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
7:38 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 622 · S11
On time
6:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
7:13 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 104 · 10628
On time
6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
7:22 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn29544 · IC 1649
On time
6:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h42
9:06 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 514
On time
6:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
8:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 106:33 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h05
7:38 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Hessische Landesbahn15174+Deutsche BahnICE 514
On time
6:39 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
8:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 620 · S66:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h36
8:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24360+Deutsche BahnICE 620 · S66:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
8:23 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn4264 · ICE 912 · S197:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h30
8:39 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 514
On time
7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
8:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 120
On time
7:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h26
8:43 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 620 · S6
On time
7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
8:23 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 528 · S117:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h41
9:13 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 912 · S19
On time
7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h58
8:39 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 247:41 PM Frankfurt South station
2h25
10:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 1027:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h28
9:15 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 120
On time
7:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
8:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Hessische Landesbahn24364+Deutsche BahnICE 528 · S117:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h16
9:13 PM Cologne Hbf2 transfers
Hessische Landesbahn24364+Deutsche BahnICE 1027:57 PM Frankfurt South station
1h18
9:15 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 247:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
10:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 528 · S118:13 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h00
9:13 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 3188:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h25
9:39 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1028:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h53
9:15 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 3188:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h10
9:39 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 512
On time
8:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
10:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Hessische Landesbahn15176+Deutsche BahnICE 512
On time
8:39 PM Frankfurt South station
1h26
10:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 512
On time
9:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
10:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 5269:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
10:16 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 910
On time
9:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h49
10:30 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 229:42 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h24
12:06 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 22 · ICE 1009:42 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h28
11:10 PM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 229:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
12:06 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 52410:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h32
11:39 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 10010:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h59
11:10 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 52410:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h17
11:39 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 10010:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h57
11:19 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS9 · ICE 510
On time
10:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h38
12:10 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 52211:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
12:31 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 510
On time
11:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h59
12:10 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 52211:25 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h06
12:31 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 92011:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h25
2:05 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect

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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
49m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€7
Deutsche Bahn frequency
33 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
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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
Average Hessische Landesbahn Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Hessische Landesbahn Price
€49
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
1 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Hbf

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When taking a train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn for the best way to get you to Cologne Hbf. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Hbf and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf is €50; 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 Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf is 49m 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 Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf leaves at 5:59 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf leaves at 9:40 PM.
Yes,there are 19 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, you can take a night train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
A day trip to Cologne Hbf from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing with a journey time of 49m 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 Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Hbf including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Hbf

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

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Cologne
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · €2
Trn · 12m · €3
S8, S9 · 19m · €3 · every ~5 min
BusS8e · 28m · €6
X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min
61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

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:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · €1 · every ~51 min
BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min
Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · €3 · every ~38 min
SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · €3 · every ~39 min

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.

More about Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Frankfurt (Main) SüdFrankfurt (Main) Süd, Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am MainWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Süd from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS6, S5, S4, S3 · 5m · €1 · every ~27 min
BusN8 · 9m
M36, 30 · 14m · every ~21 min
Tram18 · 11m · €3 · every ~12 min
SubwayU8, U3, U2, U1 · 5m · €3 · every ~40 min

Frankfurt (Main) Süd train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.

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