Train Frankfurt am Main to Cologne: Trip Overview
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Frankfurt am Main to Cologne Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Cologne
How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne cost?
The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is US$63. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne is around 1h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 153 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne?
The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne?
Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of US$17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$190 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$32 which is on 2025-04-26.
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Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Cologne.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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