The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
86
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 86 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Cologne Messe/Deutz on Tue, May 05, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest trains will take 48 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.
IC 2242 · ICE 510 · 2684411:02 PM3h22Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:24 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€211One-way2 transfers
ICE 522 · S1911:11 PM2h32Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:43 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€241One-way1 transfer
ICE 510 · 2684411:28 PM2h56Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2:24 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€241One-way1 transfer
ICE 8265:56 AM1h18Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:14 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€321One-way0 transfers
S9 · ICE 522 · S1910:45 PM2h58Frankfurt am Main Flughafen1:43 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€331One-way2 transfers
ICE 9181:41 PM0h48Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz€421One-way0 transfers
ICE 101011:41 AM0h48Frankfurt Airport long-distance station12:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz€421One-way0 transfers
ICE 10147:41 AM0h48Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:29 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€421One-way0 transfers
ICE 9127:41 PM0h48Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz€461One-way0 transfers
ICE 9163:41 PM0h48Frankfurt Airport long-distance station4:29 PMCologne Messe/Deutz€461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 152 km
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€26 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 118 | On time 5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 6:54 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 622 | Delayed 4:10 PM 6:08 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 7:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1512 · S19 | 6:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 7:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 622 | Delayed 4:24 PM 6:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 7:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1512 · S19 | 6:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h17 | 7:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 10 · 26833 | On time 6:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 7:52 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 10 · 26833 | On time 6:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h04 | 7:52 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 620 | 7:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1252 · 17368 | On time 7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 8:54 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 912 | On time 7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 8:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1252 · 17368 | On time 7:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 8:54 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 528 | On time 8:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 9:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 318 · S11 | On time 8:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 9:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 528 | On time 8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 9:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 318 · S11 | On time 8:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h20 | 9:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 526 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 10:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 526 | 9:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 10:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
S9 · ICE 100 · 10937 | 9:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h50 | 11:22 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 910 · 10641 | On time 9:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h00 | 10:41 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1220 · S11 | On time 9:44 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h35 | 12:19 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 524 · 25447 | 10:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h41 | 11:48 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 100 · 10937 | 10:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h11 | 11:22 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 524 · 25447 | 10:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h26 | 11:48 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
29538 · 25450 · 25400 | 10:24 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 3h44 | 2:08 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
S9 · ICE 510 · S6 | 10:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3h06 | 1:38 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
IC 2242 · ICE 920 · 26844 | On time 11:02 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 3h22 | 2:24 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 522 · S19 | 11:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h32 | 1:43 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 510 · S6 | On time 11:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h27 | 1:38 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
4551 · IC 60402 · S11 | 12:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 5h50 | 6:09 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618 · S6 | 4:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 6:19 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 · S6 | 4:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h20 | 6:19 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 826 | On time 5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826 | On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h18 | 7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 18 · 26809 | On time 6:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 7:52 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 18 · 26809 | On time 6:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h04 | 7:52 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 824 | On time 7:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
29508 · ICE 1014 | On time 7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 824 | On time 7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1250 · S12 | On time 7:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 8:53 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1014 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1250 · S12 | On time 7:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 8:53 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 822 | On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1612 · S19 | On time 8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h31 | 9:43 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 822 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1612 · S19 | On time 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h17 | 9:43 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 820 | On time 9:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 10:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 10:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 158 · S12 | On time 9:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 10:53 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1012 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 10:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 158 · S12 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 10:53 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 728 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1610 · S19 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 11:43 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 728 | 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1610 · S19 | On time 10:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h17 | 11:43 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 16 · S11 | On time 10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h15 | 11:49 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 156 · S12 | On time 11:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 12:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1010 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 156 · S12 | On time 11:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 12:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 724 | 12:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1518 · S19 | 12:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 1:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 724 | 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1518 · S19 | 12:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h17 | 1:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 · S11 | On time 12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h15 | 1:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 · S11 | On time 12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 1:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 722 | 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 154 · S12 | On time 1:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 2:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 918 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 154 · S12 | On time 1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 2:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 720 | 2:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1516 · S19 | On time 2:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 3:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 720 | 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1516 · S19 | On time 2:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h17 | 3:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 14 · S11 | On time 2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h15 | 3:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 14 · S11 | On time 2:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 3:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 628 | On time 3:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 152 · S12 | On time 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h19 | 4:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 916 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 152 · S12 | On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 4:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 626 | On time 4:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1514 · S19 | 4:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 5:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 626 | On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1514 · S19 | 4:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h17 | 5:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 12 · 26829 | 4:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 5:52 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 218 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h12 | 5:52 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 12 · 26829 | 4:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h04 | 5:52 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 624 | On time 5:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1254 · S12 | On time 5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 6:53 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:29, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 48m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 2:29 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Messe/Deutz from €9. 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.
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Messe/Deutz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: connection to Terminal 1 of the airport
- Hall 3: connection to Terminal 2 of the airport
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
- asiagourmet
- Burger King
- Ciao Bella
- Coffee Fellows
- Crepes de France Express
- dean&david
- Starbucks
- Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
- McDonald's
- Dunkin Donuts
- & many more
- Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Cristall
- Grand Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
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