How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 820. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

The average train journey time from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 150 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn .

Which train operators serve the Cologne to Frankfurt am Main route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 105 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , Eurostar .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

The earliest train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:24.

Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar , with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Cologne to Frankfurt am Main from R 206 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	19:41	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 32m	22:13	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
	Train	19:28	Hbf	1h 3m	20:31	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:44	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 21m	08:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:44	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	07:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn	Train	06:53	Hbf	3h 1m	09:54	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	13:53	Hbf	2h 37m	16:30	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	Cheapest
	Train	19:28	Hbf	1h 3m	20:31	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + S-Bahn	Train	06:44	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 21m	08:05	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags
	Train	06:44	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 4m	07:48	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
InterCity + S-Bahn + Regionalbahn	Train	06:53	Hbf	3h 6m	09:59	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:53	Hbf	2h 42m	22:35	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 6m	07:51	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 6m	19:51	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 6m	07:51	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:28	Hbf	1h 17m	14:45	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 6m	07:51	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 6m	07:51	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	Cheapest
Train	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	1h 6m	07:51	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags
Train	07:48	Cologne Messe/Deutz	2h 29m	10:17	Frankfurt Süd	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33carpool per day

1h 50mAverage duration

153 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 185 - R 1 176	Average duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 225 - R 2 668	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 127 - R 1 724	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Eurostar

4.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.8

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

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 820. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 150 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 105 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Eurostar.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 20:24.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 743

10/12

R 949

Today

R 1 167

12/12

R 1 001

13/12

R 834

14/12

R 542

15/12

R 584

16/12

R 540

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 540

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 R 540 to R 3 022 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 R 540, which is on 2025-12-16.