How to travel from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder)

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from kr243. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr243, and a flight costs an average of kr607.

Distance: 339 miles (547 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) is a bus with an average price of kr425.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder):

A bus is kr611 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) costing on average kr1036.

A bus is kr982 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) costing on average kr1407.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt (Oder) take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 54m.

Bus takes on average 15h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Frankfurt (Oder) including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder)

Travel to Frankfurt (Oder) 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 Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder).

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There are 3 options to travel between Cologne and Frankfurt (Oder) including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) is a bus with an average price of kr425.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder):

A bus is kr611 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) costing on average kr1036.

A bus is kr982 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) costing on average kr1407.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt (Oder) take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 54m.

Bus takes on average 15h 8m.

The distance from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) is approximately 339 miles (547 km).
The average frequency per day from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cologne and Frankfurt (Oder) as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder):
  • Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Frankfurt (Oder) station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Frankfurt an der Oder, Bahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder), then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings to go to Frankfurt (Oder) by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Frankfurt (Oder) by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder):
  • 3 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Cologne to Frankfurt (Oder) often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Warsaw, Poznan, Zielona Góra, Gdańsk. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Frankfurt (Oder) and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Frankfurt (Oder) to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two days are generally enough to explore Frankfurt (Oder), allowing time to visit key attractions such as the Kleist Museum, St. Marienkirche, and the Oder riverfront, while also enjoying local dining and cultural experiences.

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