Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB,RE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

$32

Average price

$41

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 24 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Frankfurt am Main on Thu, Jul 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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 Bahn
10:09PM3h11
Cologne Bonn Airport
01:20AMFrankfurt am Main
$321One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:11AM1h30
Cologne Bonn Airport
08:41AMFrankfurt am Main
$371One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
08:36AM1h47
Cologne Bonn Airport
10:23AMFrankfurt am Main
$391One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
09:23AM1h31
Cologne Bonn Airport
10:54AMFrankfurt am Main
$411One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:56PM3h42
Cologne Bonn Airport
10:38PMFrankfurt am Main
$571One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 86 miles (139 km)

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2h 45m

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2h 59m

Average total duration

2h 29m

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Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
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 $5 (€4)
Distance
86 miles (139 km)
Average train duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
$19 (€15)
Trains per day
18
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
41m
First train
06:11
Last train
21:26
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 $5 (€4)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Frankfurt am Main trains

Travel to Frankfurt am Main from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) from $22 (€18) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Train information from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Frankfurt am Main with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 48 min
  • Cheapest Price: $22
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Frankfurt am Main.
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Frankfurt am Main
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information
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
10 km
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Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 parking areas.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost €6
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transit options for Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf
  • S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Long-distance buses: Available at the airport
Frankfurt (Main) SüdWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Merals Imbiss
  • Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg
  • Freigut
  • Holbein's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel am Berg
  • Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt
  • Hotel Ritter
  • Lindner Main Plaza
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Burger King
  • Ciao Bella
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Crepes de France Express
  • dean&david
  • Starbucks
  • Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Frankfurt, Mannheimer Str (Hbf )Accessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Steigenberger Airport Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: access to airport terminals
Public transit options for Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf
  • S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
  • Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
  • Bus: Several lines available

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