The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen without transferring at least once.
ICE 23 · S95:53 AM2h51Cologne Hbf8:44 AMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$781One-way1 transfer
ICE 23 · S95:53 AM2h51Cologne Hbf8:44 AMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen$781One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m 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 Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen costing on average $42 (€34).
Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 24m.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (1h 4m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60403 · S8 | Delayed 10:01 PM 11:53 PMCologne Hbf | 3h06 | 2:59 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 14 | |||||
ICE 23 · S9 | On time 5:53 AM Cologne Hbf | 2h51 | 8:44 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:21, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 1:21 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen from $10 (€8). 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.
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen 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 Frankfurt am Main Flughafen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
- Restaurant Käfer's
- McDonald's
- Asia Snack Box
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
- Hilton Frankfurt Airport
- Steigenberger Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: access to airport terminals
- S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
- Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
- Bus: Several lines available
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