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The cheapest and fastest trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf
Showing times and prices for Dec 03
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
40 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Fast trains
Of the 33 trains that leave Dusseldorf Airport for Cologne Hbf on Wed, Dec 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 42 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.
ICE 84410:03PM0h30
Düsseldorf Airport station10:33PMCologne Hbf
$101One-way
0 transfers
S 11 · ICE 92101:24AM1h47
Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station03:11AMCologne Hbf
$141One-way
1 transfer
Bus RE1 · ICE 92102:01AM1h10
Düsseldorf Airport station03:11AMCologne Hbf
$141One-way
1 transfer
Bus RE1 · ICE 61911:01PM1h07
Düsseldorf Airport station12:08AMCologne Hbf
$141One-way
1 transfer
Bus RE11 · ICE 54210:41PM1h00
Düsseldorf Airport station11:41PMCologne Hbf
$141One-way
1 transfer
ICE 84410:03PM0h30
Düsseldorf Airport station10:33PMCologne Hbf
$101One-way
0 transfers
RE 26728 · IC 221508:16PM0h41
Düsseldorf Airport station08:57PMCologne Hbf
$141One-way
1 transfer
RE 26720 · IC 231104:16PM0h41
Düsseldorf Airport station04:57PMCologne Hbf
$231One-way
1 transfer
RE 89872 · ICE 103109:04AM0h42
Düsseldorf Airport station09:46AMCologne Hbf
$231One-way
1 transfer
RE 89874 · EC 910:04AM0h42
Düsseldorf Airport station10:46AMCologne Hbf
$241One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf 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 train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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€20 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:56 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 11 · ICE 513 | Delayed 6:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h45 | 6:50 AM 6:50 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89868 · ICE 513 | Delayed 6:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 6:50 AM 6:50 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 115 · RB 10258 | On time 6:24 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h02 | 7:26 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RE 89870 · EC 7 | Delayed 7:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 8:16 AM 8:16 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89872 · ICE 1031 | Delayed 8:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h42 | 8:53 AM 8:53 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 27 | On time 8:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h45 | 8:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 26706 · ICE 515 · S 19 | On time 8:16 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h43 | 8:59 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S 11 · IC 2005 | On time 8:24 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h51 | 9:15 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89874 · EC 9 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h42 | 9:46 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 1052 | On time 10:24 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h46 | 11:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
 VIA 20017+ICE 1052 | On time 10:25 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 11:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 107 | On time 11:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h45 | 11:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89878 · ICE 107 | On time 11:04 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 11:49 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · IC 5106 | On time 12:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h46 | 1:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| VIA 20021+IC 5106 | On time 12:25 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 1:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89882 · ICE 109 | On time 1:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 1:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 109 | On time 1:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h45 | 1:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · IC 2203 | On time 2:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h50 | 3:14 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89886 · ICE 201 | On time 3:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 3:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 201 | On time 3:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h45 | 3:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 26720 · IC 2311 | On time 3:16 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h41 | 3:57 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 848 | On time 4:44 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h48 | 5:32 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 203 | On time 5:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h45 | 5:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89890 · ICE 203 | On time 5:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 5:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · IC 2342 | On time 6:54 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h55 | 7:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 89894 · IC 2342 | On time 7:04 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h45 | 7:49 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RE 26728 · IC 2215 | On time 7:16 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h41 | 7:57 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 844 | On time 9:01 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 0h32 | 9:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Bus RE11 · ICE 542 | On time 9:41 PM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h00 | 10:41 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 842 | Delayed 11:24 PM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 0h51 | 12:15 AM 12:15 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| S 11 · ICE 921 | Delayed 12:24 AM Düsseldorf Airport Terminal station | 1h47 | 2:11 AM 2:11 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Bus RE1 · ICE 921 | Delayed 1:01 AM Düsseldorf Airport station | 1h10 | 2:11 AM 2:11 AMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf
GermanyGermany
Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 32m. 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 05:57, the last at 21:04.
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 $9 (€7)
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 7 |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 21:04 |
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 $9 (€7)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain trains will get you between Dusseldorf Airport and Cologne Hbf from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
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 Duration
17m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€11)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 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.
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.
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.
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
FlixTrain
About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
FlixTrain frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The distance by train from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf is 24 miles (40 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf.
Yes, a day trip from Dusseldorf Airport to Köln Hbf is feasible. The distance is 24 miles (40 km) and there are 7 trains per day.
The first train from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf leaves at 5:57 AM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf. This service operates 0 times per day, provided by FlixTrain.
The train journey from Dusseldorf Airport to Köln Hbf is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas. However, travelers might occasionally glimpse the Rhine River and some greenery along the route.
Train ticket prices from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $13 (€11), while the average price is around $24 (€20).
The cheapest way to get from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf is by bus, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The last train from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf leaves at 9:04 PM.
The train from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf takes 0m and runs 7 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne Hbf
Düsseldorf
Cologne
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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