How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is $69. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main 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 Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

A train trip between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main is around 1h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 153 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main?

The number of trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 123. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

When taking the train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

Trains travelling between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Südbahnhof, Frankfurt Airport.

Train Cologne to Frankfurt am Main from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:17pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 14m	2:31pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	12:44pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	1:48pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	12:44pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 21m	2:05pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	1:31pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 20m	2:51pm	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	12:44pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 21m	2:05pm	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	7:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 34m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 34m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	7:11am	Hbf	3h 15m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	7:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 34m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	7:11am	Hbf	3h 15m	10:26am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	7:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 34m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 34m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	7:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 34m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	7:11am	Hbf	3h 43m	10:54am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	7:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	8:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:31am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 34m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	Train	7:11am	Hbf	3h 43m	10:54am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	7:28pm	Hbf	1h 3m	8:31pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 21m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:49am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 29m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn + Regionalbahn	Train	6:53am	Hbf	3h 6m	9:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:55am	Hbf	1h 23m	8:18am	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
	Train	7:28pm	Hbf	1h 3m	8:31pm	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 21m	8:05am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	6:44am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	7:48am	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn + Regionalbahn	Train	6:53am	Hbf	3h 6m	9:59am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

153 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $203	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $304	Average Duration1h 32m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$11 - $144	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Eurostar

4.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.8

DE train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Frankfurt am Main?

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main cost?
The average train ticket price from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is $69. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main 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 Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
A train trip between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main is around 1h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 153 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main?
The number of trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 123. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
When taking the train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
Trains travelling between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Südbahnhof, Frankfurt Airport.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$155

11-17

$86

Today

$76

11-19

$52

11-20

$52

11-21

$76

11-22

$35

11-23

$35

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $277 for a train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-22.