- Must visit
Museum Ludwig
Outstanding collection of Picasso, pop art, and modern masters in a central museum complex. A major stop for twentieth-century art lovers.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne 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 will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 152 trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne, including 126 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 48 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.
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne run on average 63 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $8 by bus.
There are 52 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 52 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Cologne trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 60402 | Delayed 2:11 AM 3:11 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h33 | 4:44 AM 4:44 AMCologne-Ehrenfeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60402 | Delayed 2:29 AM 3:29 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h15 | 4:44 AM 4:44 AMCologne-Ehrenfeld | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1558 · ICE 516 | On time 4:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h21 | 6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 12 | Delayed 3:50 PM 4:48 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 4:44 PM 4:44 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1714 | 5:03 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 6:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 624 | Delayed 4:11 PM 5:08 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 516 | On time 5:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 6:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1714 | 5:17 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h08 | 6:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · ICE 1254 | Delayed 5:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h26 | 5:49 PM 5:49 PMCologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 624 | Delayed 4:26 PM 5:22 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 6:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
29528 · ICE 118 | Delayed 5:24 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h30 | 6:02 PM 6:02 PMCologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 26 · ICE 104 | On time 5:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h24 | 7:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 26 | 5:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h25 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1254 | Delayed 4:55 PM 5:48 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 5:49 PM 5:49 PMCologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 118 | Delayed 5:07 PM 5:53 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h01 | 6:02 PM 6:02 PMCologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 1512 | 6:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 7:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1512 | 6:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 7:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 10 | On time 6:33 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h07 | 7:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1556 · ICE 514 | On time 6:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h21 | 8:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 10 | On time 6:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 7:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 620 | 7:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
4264 · ICE 912 | Delayed 7:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 7:55 PM 7:55 PMCologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 514 | On time 7:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 8:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 620 | 7:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 8:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1252 | On time 7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2568 | 7:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 8:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 912 | Delayed 7:07 PM 7:41 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 7:55 PM 7:55 PMCologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 24 | 7:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 10:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 24 · ICE 102 | 7:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1252 | On time 7:46 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 8:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 318 | On time 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 8:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 2568 | 7:49 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 8:56 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 24 | 7:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 10:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 528 | 8:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 9:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 102 | 8:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 528 | 8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 9:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
29534 · IC 2347 | On time 8:24 PM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 2h42 | 11:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · ICE 512 | 8:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h17 | 10:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 526 | 9:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h08 | 10:16 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 512 | 9:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 10:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · ICE 910 | On time 9:17 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h13 | 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 526 | 9:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 10:16 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 910 | On time 9:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h49 | 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 22 | 9:42 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h24 | 12:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · ICE 100 | 9:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 11:10 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 22 | 9:59 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 12:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 524 | 10:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h31 | 11:39 PM 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 | |
S8 · ICE 510 | On time 10:47 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h23 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 510 | On time 11:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h59 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 522 | 11:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 12:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 920 | 11:22 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h43 | 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 522 | 11:25 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h06 | 12:31 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 920 | 11:40 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h25 | 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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ICE 618 | 4:46 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h34 | 6:20 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
S8 · ICE 618 | 4:47 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 6:20 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 618 | 5:15 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h05 | 6:20 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826 | On time 5:41 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h33 | 7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 826 | On time 5:56 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h18 | 7:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 18 | On time 6:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 7:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 18 | On time 6:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 7:40 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 824 | On time 7:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
29508 · ICE 1014 | On time 7:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 616 | 7:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 8:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 824 | On time 7:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 8:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1250 | On time 7:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 8:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1014 | On time 7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 8:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1022 · ICE 204 | 7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 9:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1022 | 7:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1250 | On time 7:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 8:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1022 | 7:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h07 | 10:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 822 | On time 8:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 204 | 8:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 9:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1612 | On time 8:12 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 9:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 822 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 9:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1612 | On time 8:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h06 | 9:32 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 316 | On time 8:33 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 9:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1656 · ICE 614 | On time 8:42 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 10:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 316 | On time 8:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 9:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 9:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 10:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
4254 · ICE 1012 | On time 9:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 10:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 614 | 9:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 10:04 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 820 | On time 9:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 10:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 158 | On time 9:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 10:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1012 | On time 9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 10:29 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1020 | 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h22 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1020 · ICE 202 | On time 9:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 158 | On time 9:46 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h57 | 10:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1020 | 9:59 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 2h06 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 728 | 10:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 202 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 11:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1610 | On time 10:11 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 11:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 728 | 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 11:14 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1610 | On time 10:26 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 11:33 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 16 | On time 10:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h05 | 11:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1654 · ICE 612 | On time 10:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h21 | 12:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 16 | On time 10:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 11:39 AM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 726 | 11:08 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
4256 · ICE 1010 | On time 11:09 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 612 | 11:10 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 12:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 726 | 11:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 12:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 156 | On time 11:34 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 12:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1010 | On time 11:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 12:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 926 · ICE 200 | On time 11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 926 | 11:43 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 2:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 156 | On time 11:48 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h55 | 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 724 | 12:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 200 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1518 | 12:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 1:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 724 | 12:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 1:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1518 | 12:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 1:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 314 | 12:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h05 | 1:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1652 · ICE 610 | On time 12:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h21 | 2:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 | 12:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 1:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 722 | 1:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
4258 · ICE 918 | 1:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 610 | 1:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 2:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 722 | 1:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 2:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 154 | On time 1:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 2:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 228 · ICE 108 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h24 | 3:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 918 | 1:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 2:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 228 | On time 1:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h25 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 154 | 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 720 | 2:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1516 | 2:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 3:33 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 | 2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 3:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1516 | 2:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 3:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 14 | On time 2:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h05 | 3:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 518 | On time 2:43 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h21 | 4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 14 | On time 2:48 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h51 | 3:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1716 | 3:01 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h24 | 4:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 628 | On time 3:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
4260 · ICE 916 | 3:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h20 | 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 transfer | |
ICE 518 | On time 3:10 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h54 | 4:04 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1716 | 3:16 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h09 | 4:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 628 | On time 3:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 4:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 152 | On time 3:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h09 | 4:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 916 | 3:41 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h48 | 4:29 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 28 · ICE 106 | On time 3:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h24 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 28 | 3:41 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h25 | 6:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 152 | On time 3:48 PM Frankfurt 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 626 | On time 4:08 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1514 | 4:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h22 | 5:33 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 | On time 4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 0h52 | 5:14 PM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1514 | 4:26 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 1h07 | 5:33 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 12 | On time 4:34 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1h06 | 5:40 PM Cologne Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Outstanding collection of Picasso, pop art, and modern masters in a central museum complex. A major stop for twentieth-century art lovers.
Excellent private museum for modern and contemporary art, with changing exhibitions and a sculpture-filled former industrial hall.
Art museum of the Archdiocese of Cologne, blending contemporary architecture with historic ruins and carefully curated sacred art.
The heart of Cologne’s old town, filled with historic lanes, churches, squares, and Rhine views. Best area for first walks and atmosphere.
Broad riverside promenade ideal for walking, skyline views, and photos of the cathedral, bridge, and Rhine traffic.
Popular east-bank steps and terrace with one of Cologne’s best panoramic views across the Rhine to the cathedral and old town.
Marinated beef roast in a sweet-sour gravy, traditionally served with red cabbage and dumplings. It is a Rhineland classic long associated with Cologne.
Pan-fried black pudding with onions and mashed potatoes or rye bread. This hearty Rhineland dish is a long-standing Cologne pub favorite.
Halved rye roll with butter, Gouda, onions, and mustard. It is Cologne's iconic simple pub snack, traditionally enjoyed with Kölsch.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant with modern German cuisine, polished service, and panoramic Rhine views from the upper floors.
Well-known brewery restaurant with classic local fare, seasonal dishes, and its own Kölsch in a spacious historic atmosphere.
Beloved traditional brauhaus serving Mühlen Kölsch, Halve Hahn, and other Cologne staples in a bustling old-city setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey in peak trade fair periods, but dining and local transit are generally manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Cologne trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Cologne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Frankfurt (Main) Süd is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Süd 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 options include: Merals Imbiss, Bootshaus am Eisernen Steg, Freigut, Holbein's
Wi-Fi is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Information desks are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Süd.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Berg, Leonardo Royal Hotel Frankfurt, Hotel Ritter, Lindner Main Plaza.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
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 storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
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