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

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 12
Cheapest price on Nov 12
€13
Average ticket price on Nov 12
€48
Fastest journey on Nov 12
48 m
Average journey duration on Nov 12
48 m
Trains on Nov 12
155
Distance
153 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 am Main to Cologne will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast trains

On Thu, Nov 12, we found 155 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne, including 128 direct services.

On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 153 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 Thu, Nov 12 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.

  • Deutsche BahnIC 60402
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 60402
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 24
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 22
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 510
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne run on average 63 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.

There are 52 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 153 km distance in 45m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Distance
153 km
Average train duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
63
Direct trains
52
Fastest train
45m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 60402
Delayed
2:11 AM 3:11 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h33
4:44 AM 4:44 AMCologne-Ehrenfeld		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 60402
Delayed
2:29 AM 3:29 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h15
4:44 AM 4:44 AMCologne-Ehrenfeld		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72810:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1610
On time
10:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h07
11:33 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 16
Delayed
10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h05
10:42 AM 10:42 AMCologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 612+Hessische Landesbahn1516610:39 AM Frankfurt South station
1h25
12:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1654 · ICE 612
Delayed
10:02 AM 10:43 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h21
12:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 16
Delayed
10:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h51
10:42 AM 10:42 AMCologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72611:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4256 · ICE 1010
On time
11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 61211:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
12:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72611:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 156
On time
11:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h09
12:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1010
On time
11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h48
12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 92611:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h23
2:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 926 · ICE 200
On time
11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
1:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 156
On time
11:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
12:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 92611:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
2:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72412:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 200
On time
12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
1:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 151812:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
1:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72412:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 151812:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h07
1:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 314
On time
12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h05
1:39 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1652 · ICE 610
Delayed
11:45 AM 12:43 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h21
2:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 314
On time
12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h51
1:39 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 7221:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4258 · ICE 9181:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 6101:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
2:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 7221:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 154
On time
1:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h09
2:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 9181:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h48
2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 228 · ICE 108
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h24
3:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 228
On time
1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h25
4:06 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 154
On time
1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
2:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 228
On time
1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
4:06 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 7202:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 108
On time
2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
3:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15162:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
3:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 7202:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15162:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h07
3:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 14
On time
2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h05
3:39 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1650 · ICE 518
Delayed
1:45 PM 2:43 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h21
4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 14
On time
2:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h51
3:39 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 17163:01 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h24
4:25 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 628
Delayed
2:13 PM 3:08 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
3:16 PM 3:16 PMCologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4260 · ICE 9163:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 518
On time
3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 17163:16 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h09
4:25 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 628
Delayed
2:27 PM 3:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
3:16 PM 3:16 PMCologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 152
On time
3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h09
4:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 9163:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h48
4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 28 · ICE 106
On time
3:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h24
5:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 283:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h25
6:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 152
On time
3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
4:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 283:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
6:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 626
On time
4:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 106
On time
4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
5:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15144:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
5:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 626
On time
4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15144:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h07
5:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 12
On time
4:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
5:40 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1558 · ICE 516
On time
4:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h21
6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 12
On time
4:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
5:40 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 17145:03 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
6:25 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 624
Delayed
4:13 PM 5:08 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
5:16 PM 5:16 PMCologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 516
On time
5:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 17145:17 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h08
6:25 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnS8 · ICE 1254
On time
5:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h26
6:43 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 624
Delayed
4:27 PM 5:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
5:16 PM 5:16 PMCologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 265:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h25
8:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 26 · ICE 104
On time
5:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h24
7:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1254
On time
5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
6:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 118
On time
5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h01
6:54 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 265:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
8:06 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 622
Delayed
5:13 PM 6:08 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
7:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 104
On time
6:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
7:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15126:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
7:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 622
Delayed
5:27 PM 6:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
7:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 15126:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h07
7:33 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 10
On time
6:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h07
7:40 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1556 · ICE 2514
On time
6:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
8:05 PM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 10
On time
6:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
7:40 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6207:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4264 · ICE 912
On time
7:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
8:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 2514
On time
7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
8:05 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6207:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1252
On time
7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h09
8:43 PM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 12
Deutsche BahnICE 6184:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h18
6:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 6184:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h05
6:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 826
On time
5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h33
7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 826
On time
5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h18
7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 18
On time
6:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
7:40 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 24416:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h23
9:06 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 2441 · ICE 6166:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h21
8:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 18
On time
6:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
7:40 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnIC 24416:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h08
9:06 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 824
On time
7:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn29508 · ICE 1014
On time
7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 6167:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
8:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 824
On time
7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1250
On time
7:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h09
8:43 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1014
On time
7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h48
8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1022 · ICE 2047:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
9:05 AM Cologne Hbf1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1250
On time
7:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h55
8:43 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 10227:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
10:06 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 822
On time
8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2048:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
9:05 AM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1612
On time
8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
9:32 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 822
On time
8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1612
On time
8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1h06
9:32 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 316
On time
8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
9:39 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1656 · ICE 614
On time
8:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
10:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 316
On time
8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h51
9:39 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 820
On time
9:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
10:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche Bahn4254 · ICE 1012
On time
9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h20
10:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 6149:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
10:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 820
On time
9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h52
10:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 158
On time
9:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h09
10:43 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1012
On time
9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h48
10:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 10209:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2h22
12:05 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1020 · ICE 202
On time
9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
11:05 AM Cologne Hbf		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 158
On time
9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h57
10:43 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 10209:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h06
12:05 PM Cologne Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 72810:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h06
11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 1610
On time
10:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1h22
11:33 AM Cologne Hbf		0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 202
On time
10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
0h54
11:05 AM Cologne Hbf		0 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
45m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€7
Deutsche Bahn frequency
63 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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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is €41; 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 is 45m 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 leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 52 direct trains a day from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne 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 with Deutsche Bahn. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
A day trip to Cologne from Frankfurt am Main is worth doing with a journey time of 45m 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 including taking a train and bus.

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Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne

Most Frankfurt am Main to Cologne trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Cologne 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

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Cologne leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne leave from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. The station is 11 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Frankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
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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