FRANKFURT AM MAIN to COLOGNE BONN AIRPORT train from $11 (€9) with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

2,000+ travel companies

Scan to get our free app

Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.

App Store

4.9

42K ratings

Google Play

4.6

136K reviews

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

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$21

Average price

$60

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h

Trains per day

104

Distance

140 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.

Fast trains

Of the 104 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Cologne Bonn Airport on Thu, Jun 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .

On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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 826
5:56 AM1h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
6:57 AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen
$211One-way
0 transfers
ICE 920 · 26844
11:40 PM2h54
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2:34 AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen
$231One-way
1 transfer
ICE 1022 · S19
7:59 AM2h36
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10:35 AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen
$231One-way
1 transfer
ICE 920 · 26844
11:22 PM3h12
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2:34 AMCologne/Bonn Flughafen
$231One-way
1 transfer
ICE 926 · S19
11:59 AM2h36
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2:35 PMCologne/Bonn Flughafen
$231One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 86 miles (140 km)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus	Driving
$34 Average price	$14 Average price Cheapest	$31 Average price (fuel + tolls)
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 7m 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

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is a bus with an average price of $14 (€11).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport:

A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $34 (€27).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 53m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $34 (€27) compared to roughly $31 (€25) 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).

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

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 618 · S19	4:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h36	6:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 618 · S19	4:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h23	6:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 826	On time 5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h16	6:57 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	0 transfersDirect
ICE 826	On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h01	6:57 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	0 transfersDirect
ICE 18 · 89706	On time 6:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	8:11 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
IC 2241 · S19	6:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h52	9:35 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 18 · 89706	On time 6:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h23	8:11 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
IC 2241 · S19	6:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h37	9:35 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 824 · S19	On time 7:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h14	8:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
29508 · ICE 1014 · 10613	7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h41	8:50 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 824 · S19	On time 7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h00	8:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 220 · 89708	7:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	9:11 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 220 · S12 · 10608	7:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	9:08 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 1014 · 10613	On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h09	8:50 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1022 · S19	On time 7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h52	10:35 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 220 · 89708	7:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h25	9:11 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 220 · S12 · 10608	7:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h22	9:08 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 1022 · S19	On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h36	10:35 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 822 · S19	On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h14	9:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 822 · S19	On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h00	9:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 820 · S19	On time 9:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h14	10:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
4254 · ICE 1012 · 10617	9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h41	10:50 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 820 · S19	On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h00	10:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 128 · S12 · 10612	9:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	11:08 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 128 · 89712	9:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h39	11:13 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1012 · 10617	On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h09	10:50 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1020 · S19	On time 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h52	12:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 128 · 89712	9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h27	11:13 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 128 · S12 · 10612	9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h22	11:08 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 1020 · S19	On time 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h36	12:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 728 · S19	10:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h27	11:35 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 728 · S19	10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h13	11:35 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 126 · 89716	11:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	1:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 126 · S12 · 10616	11:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	1:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 1010 · 10621	On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h09	12:50 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 926 · S19	11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h52	2:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 126 · S12 · 10616	11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h22	1:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 126 · 89716	11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h25	1:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 926 · S19	11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h36	2:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 724 · S19	12:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h28	1:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1518 · S19	12:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h31	1:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 724 · S19	12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h13	1:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1518 · S19	12:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h16	1:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 314 · 89718	On time 12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	2:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 124 · S12 · 10620	On time 1:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	3:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 124 · 89720	On time 1:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	3:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 228 · S19	On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h54	4:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 918 · 10625	On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h09	2:50 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 124 · 89720	On time 1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h23	3:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 124 · S12 · 10620	On time 1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h20	3:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 228 · S19	On time 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h36	4:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 720 · S19	2:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h15	3:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1516 · S19	2:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h31	3:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 720 · S19	2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h00	3:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1516 · S19	2:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h16	3:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 14 · 89722	On time 2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h36	4:10 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 122 · 89724	On time 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h36	5:10 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 122 · S12 · 10624	On time 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	5:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 28 · S19	3:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h54	6:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 916 · 10629	On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h09	4:50 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 122 · S12 · 10624	On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h20	5:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 122 · 89724	On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h22	5:10 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 28 · S19	3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h36	6:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 626 · S19	On time 4:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h28	5:36 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1514 · S19	4:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h31	5:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 626 · S19	On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h14	5:36 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1514 · S19	4:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h16	5:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 12 · 89726	On time 4:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	6:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 26 · S19	5:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h54	8:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 224 · S12 · 10628	5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h20	7:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 118 · 89728	On time 5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h18	7:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 26 · S19	5:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h36	8:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 622 · S19	On time 6:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h27	7:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1512 · S19	6:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h31	7:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 622 · S19	On time 6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h13	7:35 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 1512 · S19	6:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h16	7:42 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 10 · 89730	On time 6:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h38	8:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 10 · 89730	On time 6:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h23	8:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 620 · S19	7:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h14	8:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 120 · S12 · 10632	On time 7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h34	9:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 120 · 89732	On time 7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h37	9:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 912 · 10637	On time 7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h09	8:50 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 120 · S12 · 10632	On time 7:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h20	9:08 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 120 · 89732	On time 7:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h23	9:11 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 528 · S19	8:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h15	9:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 318 · S19	On time 8:14 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h38	9:52 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 528 · S19	8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h00	9:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 318 · S19	On time 8:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h23	9:52 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 526 · S19	9:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h14	10:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
4266 · ICE 910 · S19	9:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h47	10:56 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 526 · S19	9:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h00	10:22 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 910 · S19	On time 9:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h15	10:56 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 22 · ICE 100 · S19	9:42 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h39	11:21 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 524	10:07 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h18	11:25 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	0 transfersDirect
ICE 100 · S19	10:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h10	11:21 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 524	10:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h03	11:25 PM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	0 transfersDirect
S9 · ICE 510 · S19	10:32 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h50	12:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	2 transfers
ICE 522 · S19	11:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h41	12:52 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 510 · S19	On time 11:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h11	12:22 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 920 · 26844	11:22 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	3h12	2:34 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 522 · S19	11:25 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	1h27	12:52 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
ICE 920 · 26844	11:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	2h54	2:34 AM Cologne/Bonn Flughafen	1 transfer
This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport by train or bus

Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Thu
Jun 18

Fri
Jun 19

Sat
Jun 20

Sun
Jun 21

Mon
Jun 22

Tue
Jun 23

Wed
Jun 24

Thu
Jun 25

Fri
Jun 26

Sat
Jun 27

Sun
Jun 28

Mon
Jun 29

Tue
Jun 30

Wed
Jul 01

Why should you book Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport trains with Omio?

Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) offer trains services from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) or Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to find the best option for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.
Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport

Germany

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:46, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 1m.

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 $11 (€9)

Distance

86 miles (140 km)

Average train duration

1h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

$11 (€9)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 1m

First train

2:46 AM

Last train

10:40 PM

Cheapest Month

Apr

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sat

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $11 (€9)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport from $11 (€9). 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

1h 1m

Cheapest Price

$11 (€9)

Deutsche Bahn frequency

36 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.

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.

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.

Quiet zone

Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 14m

Cheapest Price

$47 (€38)

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

13 a day

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 28m

Cheapest Price

$93 (€76)

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency

5 a day

Complete guide to Cologne Bonn Airport

Things to do in Cologne Bonn Airport

Discover the best of Cologne Bonn Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cologne Bonn Airport trip today.

Must visit

Museum Ludwig

Major modern and contemporary art museum known for Pop Art, Picasso works, and an important postwar collection near the cathedral.

View on map Visit website

Must visit

Schokoladenmuseum Köln

Popular museum on chocolate production, trade, and tasting, with family-friendly exhibits and a striking Rhine waterfront location.

View on map Visit website

Recommended

NS-Dokumentationszentrum der Stadt Köln

Museum and memorial in the former Gestapo headquarters, documenting National Socialism in Cologne with preserved prison cells.

View on map Visit website

Euro

Airport prices are higher than in central Cologne. Snacks and coffee are moderate, while sit-down meals cost more.

Average meal costs

Budget: EUR 8-12 for snacks or fast food.
Mid-range: EUR 15-25 per person.
Fine dining: EUR 40+ per person.
Coffee: EUR 3-5 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up small bills in cafés and taxis, or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Train ticket prices from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $11 (€9), while the average price is around $34 (€27).

The train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport takes 1h 1m and runs 36 per day.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport leaves at 2:46 AM.

The distance by train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is 86 miles (140 km).

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport leaves at 10:40 PM.

Yes, there is a direct train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).

Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $11 (€9).

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport offers a mix of urban and scenic views, passing through the picturesque Rhine Valley with glimpses of the river, vineyards, and historic castles, particularly between Mainz and Koblenz.

Yes, a day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport is feasible with a journey time of 1h 1m and a distance of 86 miles (140 km). Trains run 20 times per day, making it convenient for a round trip.

Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport.

Since both Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

Popular day trips by train from Cologne Bonn Airport include Düsseldorf, Dortmund, Maastricht, Koblenz, Venlo.

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users.

Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.

Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport

Most Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Bonn Airport trains use the Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Cologne Bonn Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Cologne

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · $2

Trn · 12m · $4

S8, S9 · 19m · $4 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · $7

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · $1 · every ~51 min

BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min

Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · $4 · every ~38 min

SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · $4 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) 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.