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Frankfurt to Cologne
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NZD 11|21m
NZD 142|5h 45m
NZD 19|2h 5m
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NZD 15
Deutsche Bahn05:41
1h 36m
07:14
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
NZD 32
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Direct
Deutsche Bahn10:34
1h 5m
11:39
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Hbf
NZD 119
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Direct
Deutsche Bahn06:34
1h 6m
07:40
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Hbf
NZD 38
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Direct
Deutsche Bahn06:43
1h 24m
08:04
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
NZD 38
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- Prices shown from Frankfurt to Cologne are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Frankfurt to Cologne
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne costs only NZD 19 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 54m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
NZD 33
Average duration
1h 26m
Departure time
04:46 - 16:06
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
NZD 491
Average duration
54m
Departure time
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
NZD 19
Average duration
4h 31m
Departure time
14:10 - 17:50
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Frankfurt to Cologne?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Frankfurt to Cologne?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Frankfurt to Cologne is Tuesday, with an average price of NZD 29.
NZD 39
NZD 34
NZD 29
NZD 23
What is the cheapest day to travel from Frankfurt to Cologne by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Frankfurt to Cologne is Monday, with an average price of NZD 19.
NZD 19
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From Frankfurt to Cologne: Travel Information
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Popular train stations near Frankfurt
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Hauptbahnhof/Fernbusterminal, Frankfurt a.M.
Willy-Brandt-Platz, Frankfurt a.M.
Frankfurt(M)Taunusanlage
Frankfurt(M)Galluswarte
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Severinstr., Köln
Popular airports near Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Mannheim City Airport (MHG)
Nearby
Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Frankfurt
Stadion Osttribüne, Frankfurt a.M.
Galluswarte
Frankfurt (Main)-Griesheim
Frankfurt StuttgarterStrasse
Frankfurt Stuttgarter Str
Popular bus stations near Cologne
Cologne Central Bus Station
Cologne Johannisstrasse
Cologne Ottopl.
Hansaring
Cologne Gummersbacher
FAQ – How to Get from Frankfurt to Cologne
How far is it from Frankfurt to Cologne?
It’s about 137 km (85 mi) from Frankfurt to Cologne.How do I get from Frankfurt to Cologne?
You can travel from Frankfurt to Cologne in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne?
The fastest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne is by Flights, with an average journey time of 54 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 1h 26m.Buses takes on average 4h 31m.What’s the cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt to Cologne?
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne is by Buses, with an average price of NZD 19. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around NZD 33 on avergae.Flights costs around NZD 491 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points between Frankfurt and Cologne?
When traveling from Frankfurt to Cologne, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Frankfurt Airport and arrives at Cologne Bonn Airport , Trains typically departs from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrives at Heumarkt, Köln , Buses typically departs from Stadion Osttribüne, Frankfurt a.M. and arrives at Cologne Central Bus Station .When should you book tickets from Frankfurt to Cologne to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Frankfurt to Cologne are usually cheapest (Tuesday), with an average price of NZD 29 Flights from Frankfurt to Cologne are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of NZD 19 .Are Frankfurt and Cologne in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Frankfurt and Cologne.