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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 50 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Cologne on Tue, Jul 28, 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 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, Jul 28 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.
IC 604023:11 AM2h33Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:44 AMCologne Hbf€71One-way0 transfers- ICE 2225:34 AM1h09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:43 AMCologne Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
- ICE 6184:46 AM1h18Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:04 AMCologne Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
- ICE 229:42 PM2h24Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:06 AMCologne Hbf€71One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8265:41 AM1h33Frankfurt (Main) Hbf7:14 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€71One-way0 transfers
- ICE 106:16 PM1h06Frankfurt (Main) Hbf7:22 PMCologne Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8209:08 AM1h06Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:14 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€331One-way0 transfers
- ICE 8247:08 AM1h06Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:14 AMCologne Messe/Deutz€331One-way0 transfers
- ICE 124:16 PM1h06Frankfurt (Main) Hbf5:22 PMCologne Hbf€361One-way0 transfers
- ICE 31412:16 PM1h06Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:22 PMCologne Hbf€281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne 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 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 152 km
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€26 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne trains for today, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 60402 | Delayed 1:11 AM 3:11 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h33 | 3:44 AM 3:44 AMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 120 | On time 7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 24 · 10446 | 7:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h29 | 10:12 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 528 | On time 8:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 9:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 318 | On time 8:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h25 | 9:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 512 | On time 8:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 10:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1554 · ICE 100 | On time 9:35 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 11:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 22 · 10450 | 9:42 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h30 | 12:12 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 524 | On time 10:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 11:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 510 | On time 10:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h38 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 522 | On time 11:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 12:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, July 28 | |||||
| ICE 618 | 4:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 6:04 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 222 | On time 5:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 6:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 826 | On time 5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 18 | On time 6:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 7:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 824 | On time 7:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 220 | On time 7:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 8:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1022 | 7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 822 | On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 316 | On time 8:16 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 614 | On time 8:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 10:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 820 | On time 9:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 10:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 128 | On time 9:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 10:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1020 | 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h22 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 728 | On time 10:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 16 | On time 10:16 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 11:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 612 | On time 10:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 726 | On time 11:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 126 | On time 11:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 12:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 926 | 11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 724 | On time 12:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 314 | On time 12:16 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 1:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 610 | On time 12:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 722 | On time 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 124 | Delayed 11:36 AM 1:34 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 2:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 228 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h25 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 720 | On time 2:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 14 | On time 2:16 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 3:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 518 | On time 2:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 122 | On time 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 28 | 3:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h25 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 626 | On time 4:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 12 | On time 4:16 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 5:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 29542 · IC 2041 | On time 4:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h42 | 7:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 516 | On time 4:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 104 | On time 5:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 26 | 5:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h25 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 622 | On time 6:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 7:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 10 | On time 6:16 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 7:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S9 · ICE 514 | On time 6:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:46, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 2:46 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne
Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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