- Must visit
Bundeskunsthalle
Large exhibition hall hosting major international art, cultural, and science shows. One of Bonn's best-known museum venues with changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Bonn on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Bonn take longer:
Train takes on average 34m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $4 (€4) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-18.99 (€-15.66). The journey takes 34m versus 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:56 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 0h38 | 8:34 PM Bonn | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:51 PM Flughafen Köln/bonn Bf | 0h20 | 9:11 PM Bonn | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
![]() | 8:09 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1h04 | 9:13 AM Bonn | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn run on average 1 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 08:23. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 6:23 AM |
Last train 8:23 AM |
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Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares. Little or no tip is expected for counter service.
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Bonn-Beuel Station, Bonn -> Bonn Hauptbahnhof, Bonn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn 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 Bonn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne Bonn Airport to Bonn trains use the Köln Hbf to Bonn Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bonn-Beuel. Use this guide to compare Cologne Bonn Airport and Bonn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bonn 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 options include: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel 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 options include: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
Bonn-Bad Godesberg is 7 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Bad Godesberg 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 options include: House of Steaks, Fair Cafe, Maternus, Mykonos
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. ATMs are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. Information desks are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Bad Godesberg.
Nearby hotels include Kaiserhof, Hotel zum Adler, Insel Hotel, Hotel Eden.
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