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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Am Main

Composite routes from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Am Main

Cheapest
1 h 43 min
Car
192 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Düsseldorf International Airport to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$356.23

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.45–$62.34

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.62–$54.71
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.91–$21.63

Bus operators

Arjani Travel

Phone:
+355 68 20 63 724
Email:
Website:
arjanitravel.com/
Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Cologne to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$9.54–$12.72

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is to bus which costs $8.15 - $10.87 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

The fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Köln Hbf and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cologne and arriving at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Köln Hbf and Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Köln Hbf and Frankfurt am Main is 179 km. The road distance is 191.5 km.

How do I travel from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main without a car?

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 .

How long does it take to get from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

The train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main bus from?

Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, depart from Cologne station.

Where do I catch the Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train from?

Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by NS, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $21.74 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.15 - $10.87 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main bus arrive?

Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main bus services, operated by Arjani Travel, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train arrive?

Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train services, operated by NS, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

Yes, the driving distance between Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main is 192 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main.

How do I get a train ticket from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

Book your Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Frankfurt am Main?

There are 1287+ hotels available in Frankfurt am Main. Prices start at $47.09 per night.

Can I share a ride from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt am Main?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Köln Hbf and Frankfurt am Main. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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