The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €10
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €51
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 49 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 51 m
- Trains on Nov 03
- 77
- Distance
- 151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 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 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 77 trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf, including 45 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 51 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 92011:40 PM 2h25 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 229:59 PM 2h07 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 12:06 AM Cologne Hbf €24 1 One-way 0 transfers
IC 604023:29 AM 2h15 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 5:44 AM Cologne Hbf €24 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 247:59 PM 2h07 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 10:06 PM Cologne Hbf €28 1 One-way 0 transfers
IC 24416:58 AM 2h08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 9:06 AM Cologne Hbf €28 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 9109:41 PM 0h49 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf €33 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 3168:48 AM 0h51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 9:39 AM Cologne Hbf €60 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 1610:48 AM 0h51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 11:39 AM Cologne Hbf €66 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 31412:48 PM 0h51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 1:39 PM Cologne Hbf €60 1 One-way 0 transfers
ICE 142:48 PM 0h51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 3:39 PM Cologne Hbf €66 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:29, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 47m.
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Journey facts
- Distance93 miles (151 km)
- Average train duration1h 6m
- Cheapest ticket price€7
- Trains per day29
- Direct trains17
- Fastest train47m
- First train1:29 AM
- Last train10:11 PM
- Cheapest MonthAug
- Cheapest DayTue
- High SeasonOct - Dec
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
- Busiest DayTue
- Least Busy DaySat
- Best time to book56 days
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Live departures
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60402 | Delayed 2:29 AM 3:29 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h15 | 4:44 AM 4:44 AMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 122 | Delayed 2:51 PM 3:48 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 28 | 3:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 106 | On time 4:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 626 · S6 | Delayed 3:26 PM 4:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 5:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1514 | 4:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 5:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 12 | On time 4:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 5:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 516 · S11 | On time 5:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 6:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1714 | On time 5:17 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 6:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 624 · S6 | On time 5:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 6:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 224 | 5:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 118 · S6 | On time 5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h10 | 7:03 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 26 | 5:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 104 | On time 6:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 622 · S6 | On time 6:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 7:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1512 | 6:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 7:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 10 | On time 6:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 7:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 514 · S11 | On time 7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 8:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 620 · S6 | 7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 8:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 912 · S19 | On time 7:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 8:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 120 | On time 7:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 24 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 10:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 102 | 8:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 528 · S6 | On time 8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 9:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 318 | On time 8:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h10 | 9:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 512 · S11 | On time 9:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 10:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 526 · S6 | 9:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 10:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 910 | On time 9:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h49 | 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 22 | 9:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 12:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 100 | 10:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 11:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 524 | 10:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h17 | 11:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 920 | 11:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h25 | 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
ICE 618 · S11 | 4:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h14 | 6:13 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 222 | 5:47 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h56 | 6:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826 · S6 | On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h27 | 7:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 712 | On time 6:14 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h43 | 7:57 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2441 | On time 6:58 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h08 | 9:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 616 · S11 | 7:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 8:13 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 824 · S6 | On time 7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 8:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1014 · S19 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 8:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 220 | 7:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 8:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1022 | On time 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 204 | 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 822 · S6 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 9:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1612 | On time 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h06 | 9:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 316 | On time 8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 9:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 614 · S11 | 9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 10:13 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 820 · S6 | On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 10:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1012 · S19 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 10:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 128 | 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 10:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1020 | On time 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 728 · S6 | 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 11:23 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1610 | On time 10:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 11:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 16 | On time 10:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 11:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 612 · S11 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 12:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 726 · S6 | On time 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 12:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1010 · S19 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 12:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 126 | 11:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 12:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 926 | 11:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 200 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 724 · S6 | 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 1:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1518 | 12:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 1:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 314 | On time 12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 1:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 610 · S11 | 1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 2:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 722 · S6 | 1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 2:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 918 · S19 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 2:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 124 | On time 1:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 2:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 228 | On time 1:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 108 | On time 2:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 720 · S6 | 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 3:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1516 | On time 2:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 3:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 14 | On time 2:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 3:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 518 · S11 | On time 3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h03 | 4:13 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1716 | 3:16 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h09 | 4:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 628 · S6 | On time 3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 4:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 916 · S19 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h58 | 4:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 122 | On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies
Train companies from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf
Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Cologne Hbf
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FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf
Most Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Cologne Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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:
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.
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.
