From Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst by train. With 15 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train travel from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$50.00

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train schedule for travel between Cologne and Frankfurt-Höchst

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 15 trains make this journey of 145 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Cologne is at 06:53 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 19:53.

During the weekend, 06:53 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 21:53 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 1 hour and 8 minutes.

Average train travel time from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 15 minutes, travelling a total distance of 145 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Cologne and Frankfurt-Höchst?

Tickets along this route go on sale 9 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making your Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Frankfurt-Höchst.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst?

The total distance between Cologne and Frankfurt-Höchst is 145 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$50.00. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst?

Tickets for this journey become available 9 months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Cologne to Frankfurt-Höchst?

The fastest travel time is 2 hours and 15 minutes.