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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Cheapest price on Oct 27
€20
Average ticket price on Oct 27
€53
Fastest journey on Oct 27
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
1 h 13 m
Trains on Oct 27
81
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Tue, Oct 27, we found 81 trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf, including 10 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 27 the direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Tue, Oct 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
S8 · IC 23478:17 PM2h49Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:06 PMCologne Hbf€201One-way1 transfer- ICE 2225:35 AM1h08Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:43 AMCologne Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
- S9 · ICE 51010:32 PM1h38Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:10 AMCologne Hbf€251One-way1 transfer
- IC 22416:45 AM2h21Frankfurt (Main) Hbf9:06 AMCologne Hbf€251One-way0 transfers
- S8 · ICE 1027:47 PM1h28Frankfurt (Main) Hbf9:15 PMCologne Hbf€251One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1289:36 AM1h07Frankfurt (Main) Hbf10:43 AMCologne Hbf€621One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2225:35 AM1h08Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:43 AMCologne Hbf€201One-way0 transfers
- ICE 2207:32 AM1h11Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:43 AMCologne Hbf€701One-way0 transfers
- ICE 6184:45 AM1h18Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:03 AMCologne Hbf€341One-way0 transfers
- IC 2241 · ICE 6166:45 AM1h20Frankfurt (Main) Hbf8:05 AMCologne Hbf€461One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:11, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 59m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 1:11 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 18 | 6:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 7:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2241 | 6:45 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h21 | 9:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2241 · ICE 616 | 6:45 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 8:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 824 · S6 | 7:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h15 | 8:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29508 · ICE 1014 · S19 | 7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 8:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 220 | 7:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h11 | 8:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 1022 | On time 7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S8 · ICE 204 · 10608 | 7:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 9:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 316 | 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 9:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 614 | 8:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 10:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4491 · IC 1049 | 8:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h27 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · ICE 820 · S6 | 8:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 10:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4254 · ICE 1012 · S19 | 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 128 | 9:36 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 10:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
STR 16 · ICE 728 · 10021+ 24330 | 9:40 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h38 | 11:18 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1020 | On time 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h22 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S8 · ICE 202 · 10612 | 9:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 11:22 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 29514 · ICE 16 | 10:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h29 | 11:38 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 612 | 10:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · ICE 726 · S6 | 10:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 12:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4256 · ICE 1010 · S19 | 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 126 | 11:17 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h26 | 12:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 926 | 11:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h34 | 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 724 · 10027 | 11:32 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h46 | 1:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| STR 16 · ICE 724 · 10027+24336 | 11:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h37 | 1:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 200 · 10616 | 11:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 1:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 314 | 12:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 1:37 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 610 | 12:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · ICE 722 · S6 | 12:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 2:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4258 · ICE 918 · S19 | 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 2:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 124 | On time 1:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h26 | 2:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 228 | On time 1:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h34 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 720 · S11 | 1:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h41 | 3:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| STR 16 · ICE 720 · S11+24342 | 1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 3:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 108 · 10620 | 1:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 3:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 14 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 3:37 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 518 | On time 2:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · ICE 628 · S6 | 2:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 4:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 122 | On time 3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h41 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 4260 · ICE 916 · S19 | 3:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 4:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 28 | 3:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h34 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 626 · 10037 | 3:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h46 | 5:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| STR 16 · ICE 626 · 10037+24352 | 3:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h38 | 5:18 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 106 · 10624 | 3:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 5:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 29526 · ICE 12 | 4:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 5:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29542 · IC 1941 | On time 4:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h41 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 516 | On time 4:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29262 · ICE 624 · S6 | 4:54 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h29 | 6:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 224 | On time 5:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h26 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29528 · ICE 118 · 22135 | 5:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h38 | 7:02 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 622 · S11 | 5:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h41 | 7:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 29694 · ICE 26 | 5:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h28 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 16 · ICE 622 · S11+24358 | 5:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 7:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 29266 · ICE 104 · 10628 | 5:54 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h28 | 7:22 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 10 | 6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 7:38 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 29544 · IC 1649 | On time 6:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h42 | 9:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 514 | On time 6:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S8 · ICE 620 · S6 | 6:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h36 | 8:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4264 · ICE 912 · S19 | 7:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 8:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 120 | On time 7:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h26 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 528 · S11 | 7:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h41 | 9:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 29696 · ICE 24 | 7:38 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h28 | 10:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| STR 16 · ICE 528 · S11+24364 | 7:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h32 | 9:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S8 · ICE 102 | 7:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h28 | 9:15 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 318 | 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 | |
| STR 16 · ICE 526+24366 | 8:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h35 | 10:16 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 4266 · ICE 910 | On time 9:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h21 | 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S9 · ICE 100 | 9:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h47 | 11:19 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S3 · ICE 100+24372 | 9:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h42 | 11:19 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · Bus S8X · ICE 920 | 10:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h03 | 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S9 · ICE 510 | On time 10:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h38 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 522 | 11:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 12:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 920 | 11:22 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h43 | 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 27 | |||||
| S9 · Bus S8E · IC 60402 | 1:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h42 | 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S6 · Bus S1E · Bus S8E · IC 60402 | 1:15 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 4h29 | 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 618 | 4:45 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h18 | 6:03 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 222 | 5:35 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h08 | 6:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 826 · S6 | 5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h42 | 7:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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.
Hessische Landesbahn
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne Hbf
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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne Hbf 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.
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