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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz without transferring at least once.
ICE 842 · S1911:59 PM0h44Düsseldorf Airport station12:43 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$131One-way1 transfer- ICE 1540 · 174045:40 AM0h43Düsseldorf Airport station6:23 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$131One-way1 transfer
- ICE 921 · S192:33 AM1h10Düsseldorf Airport station3:43 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$131One-way1 transfer
- ICE 542 · S1111:03 PM0h47Düsseldorf Airport station11:50 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$131One-way1 transfer
- ICE 541 · ICE 23 · S64:57 AM1h02Düsseldorf Airport station5:59 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$201One-way2 transfers
- 21339 · ICE 7296:07 PM0h35Düsseldorf Airport station6:42 PMCologne Messe/Deutz$271One-way1 transfer
- IC 2013 · ICE 62310:06 AM0h36Düsseldorf Airport station10:42 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$221One-way1 transfer
- 26706 · ICE 2179:16 AM0h37Düsseldorf Airport station9:53 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$271One-way1 transfer
- 26704 · ICE 1198:16 AM0h37Düsseldorf Airport station8:53 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$271One-way1 transfer
- 21331 · ICE 5298:03 AM0h39Düsseldorf Airport station8:42 AMCologne Messe/Deutz$271One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m 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 Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Cologne Messe/Deutz take longer:
Bus takes on average 42m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (29m by train vs 47m by car). Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $10 (€8) 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 Regio (DB Regional).
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
Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 842 · 26843 | Delayed 9:59 PM 12:11 AMDüsseldorf Airport station | 0h41 | 12:52 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 921 · S19 | Delayed 12:33 AM 2:42 AMDüsseldorf Airport station | 1h01 | 3:43 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1540 · S6 | Delayed 3:40 AM 5:52 AMDüsseldorf Airport station | 0h47 | 6:39 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2013 · ICE 623 | On time 10:06 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h36 | 10:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89714 · ICE 625 | On time 10:57 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h42 | 11:39 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89876 · ICE 517 · S12 | 11:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h01 | 12:03 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| 89878 · ICE 627 | On time 12:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h40 | 12:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 21335 · ICE 629 | On time 1:03 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h39 | 1:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89882 · ICE 721 | On time 2:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h40 | 2:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89722 · ICE 723 | On time 2:57 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h42 | 3:39 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89886 · ICE 725 | On time 4:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h40 | 4:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89888 · ICE 727 | On time 5:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h40 | 5:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 21339 · ICE 729 | On time 6:07 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h35 | 6:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89730 · ICE 821 | On time 6:57 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 7:42 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89892 · ICE 1021 · 89730 | 7:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h58 | 8:00 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| 21341 · ICE 205 · 89732 | 8:00 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h00 | 9:00 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 544 · S11 | On time 9:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h47 | 9:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89896 · ICE 617 · 89734 | 9:03 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h57 | 10:00 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 844 · S19 | On time 10:00 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h43 | 10:43 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89898 · ICE 207 · 89736 | 10:02 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h58 | 11:00 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 542 · S11 | On time 11:03 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h46 | 11:49 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 842 · S19 | On time 11:59 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h44 | 12:43 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 89902 · ICE 209 · 25448 | 12:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h06 | 1:08 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| 89742 · ICE 540 · 25400 | 12:57 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h11 | 2:08 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 541 · ICE 23 · S6 | 4:57 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h02 | 5:59 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| 89866 · ICE 525 | On time 6:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h40 | 6:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89868 · ICE 527 | On time 7:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h40 | 7:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 513 · 89706+ 20045 | Delayed 5:26 AM 7:09 AMDüsseldorf Airport station | 0h50 | 7:59 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| 21331 · ICE 529 | On time 8:03 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h39 | 8:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 26704 · ICE 119 | On time 8:16 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h37 | 8:53 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 89872 · ICE 621 | On time 9:02 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h40 | 9:42 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
| 26706 · ICE 217 | 9:16 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h37 | 9:53 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz
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Trains from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 3 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 37m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 12:31 AM |
Last train 11:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Düsseldorf Airport station and Cologne Messe/Deutz from $9 (€7). 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.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Most Düsseldorf Airport station to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains use the Düsseldorf Flughafen to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf Airport station and Cologne Messe/Deutz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz 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: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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