Frankfurt Airport to Cologne by train

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Overview: trains from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 03:29 View journey
Last train 23:39 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 46m View journey
Distance (km) 151
Trains / day 111 View all
Cheapest journey €7.58 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 15m
Train operators 12

Frankfurt Airport to Cologne train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne take around 46 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 151 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Frankfurt Airport is scheduled to depart at around  03:29. The last departure is usually at around 23:39. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 111 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €7.58.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cologne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cologne.

Is there a direct train from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne.

How long does it take to travel from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?

The Frankfurt Airport to Cologne train travel takes about 46 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Frankfurt Airport to Cologne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cologne leaving Frankfurt Airport at around 03:29 and the last train leaving at around 23:39. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.