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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Frankfurt Am Main to Cologne

Composite routes from Frankfurt Am Main to Cologne

Cheapest
1 h 40 min
Car
189 km.
from $10
Other
2 h 15 min
Bus
153 km.
from €8.15
Details

Transport providers

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Düsseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$356.23

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$25.45–$62.34

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Frankfurt to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$49.62–$54.71
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$54.71–$61.07
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
6h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.26–$190.84

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Neuwied Bf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$26.72

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
6h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
fahrgaeste@train-rental.com
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Duesseldorf Flughafen to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
6 times a week

VIAS Rail GmbH

Phone:
069 450099650
Email:
Kundenservice-Linie10@vias-online.de
Website:
vias-online.de/
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Neuwied
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$39.44

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Frankfurt to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.91–$21.63

Bus operators

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
info@arjanitravel.com
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
tarsin_irlanda@yahoo.com
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Cologne
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$9.54–$12.72

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) is to bus which costs $8.15 - $10.87 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and arriving at Cologne. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne (Station) is 179 km. The road distance is 190.5 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 .

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

The train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbf takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) bus from?

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) train from?

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Frankfurt station.

Train or bus from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

The best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.15 - $10.87 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) bus arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Cologne station.

Where does the Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) train arrive?

Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) is 191 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

Book your Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station) train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cologne (Station)?

There are 1538+ hotels available in Cologne (Station). Prices start at $45.33 per night.

Can I share a ride from Frankfurt am Main to Cologne (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Frankfurt am Main and Cologne (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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