Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RB,IC,RE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$51

Average price

$99

Fastest journey

1 h 14 m

Average duration

1 h 21 m

Trains per day

Distance

152 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.

Fast trains

Of the 17 trains that leave Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for Cologne Hbf on Sun, Jul 13, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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 1022

07:42AM2h24

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

10:06AMCologne Hbf

$511One-way

0 transfers

ICE 1656 · IC 2049

08:42AM2h24

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

11:06AMCologne Hbf

$771One-way

1 transfer

ICE 250 · RE 33715

07:27AM1h33

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

09:00AMCologne Hbf

$851One-way

1 transfer

ICE 1022 · ICE 206

07:42AM1h23

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

09:05AMCologne Hbf

$851One-way

1 transfer

ICE 1020

09:42AM2h24

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

12:06PMCologne Hbf

$851One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf 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 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 94 miles (152 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
€61 Average price	€16 Average price Cheapest
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf train times

Showing trains for today, Saturday, July 12

Last updated at 9:37 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
ICE 620 · RB 10575	On time 5:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h27	6:36 PM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1222 · ICE 102	On time 5:42 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h23	7:05 PM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1222	On time 5:42 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h24	8:06 PM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 528 · S 6	On time 6:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h14	7:23 PM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 2962 · ICE 512	Delayed 6:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h23	8:08 PM 8:08 PMCologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 2962 · IC 2347	On time 6:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h23	9:06 PM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
Sunday, July 13
ICE 250 · RE 33715	On time 5:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h33	7:00 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1022 · ICE 206	On time 5:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h23	7:05 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1022	On time 5:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h24	8:06 AM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 316 · S 19	On time 6:04 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h36	7:40 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1656 · IC 2049	On time 6:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h24	9:06 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1656 · ICE 614	On time 6:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h23	8:05 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 158 · RE 33723	On time 7:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h33	9:00 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1020 · ICE 202	On time 7:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h23	9:05 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 1020	On time 7:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h24	10:06 AM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 728 · S 6	On time 8:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h14	9:23 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
S 1 · S 8 · IC 2047	On time 8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	2h54	11:06 AM Cologne Hbf	2 transfers
ICE 904	8:31 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h29	10:00 AM Cologne Hbf	0 transfersDirect
ICE 2966 · ICE 612	On time 8:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h23	10:05 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 726 · RE 28515	On time 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h20	10:29 AM Cologne Hbf	1 transfer
ICE 156 · ICE 1010 · S 12	9:27 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	1h32	10:59 AM Cologne Hbf	2 transfers
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf

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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.

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

94 miles (152 km)

Average train duration

2h 19m

Cheapest ticket price

$12 (€10)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 5m

First train

01:13

Last train

21:33

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $11 (€9)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains

Find the best trains between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne Hbf with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn from $20 (€16). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 1 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $20
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf.

Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf can start from as little as $20 (€16) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf is $63 (€51); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf train time is 1 h 7 min covering the 94 mile (152 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf leaves at 2: 13AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf leaves at 10: 35PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Cologne Hbf from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 35PM.

A day trip to Cologne Hbf from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf by train is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Cologne Hbf including taking a train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Frankfurt am Main

Cologne

The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.

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