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Frankfurt to Cologne
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BRL 33|21m
BRL 441|5h 45m
BRL 58|2h 5m
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BRL 97
BRL 69
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BRL 101
BRL 47
BRL 97
BRL 117
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BRL 33
BRL 188
BRL 46
Deutsche Bahn05:41
1h 36m
07:14
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
BRL 97
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Deutsche Bahn10:34
1h 5m
11:39
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Hbf
BRL 368
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Deutsche Bahn06:34
1h 6m
07:40
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Hbf
BRL 117
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Deutsche Bahn06:43
1h 24m
08:04
Frankfurt (Main) HbfKöln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
BRL 117
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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 flights, trains, and buses from Frankfurt to Cologne
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne costs only BRL 57 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 54m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
BRL 101
Average duration
1h 26m
Departure time
04:46 - 16:06
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
BRL 1,518
Average duration
54m
Departure time
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Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
BRL 57
Average duration
4h 17m
Departure time
13:30 - 17:50
Direct options
· 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 BRL 87.
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BRL 104
BRL 87
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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 BRL 57.
BRL 57
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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 Intl. Airport (FRA)
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Mannheim City Airport (MHG)
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Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne 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
How to travel from Frankfurt to Cologne: FAQs
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 17m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Frankfurt to Cologne?
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne is by Buses, with an average price of BRL 57. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around BRL 101 on avergae.Flights costs around BRL 1,518 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Frankfurt and Cologne?
For trips between Frankfurt and Cologne, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Frankfurt Intl. Airport and arrive at Cologne Airport; Trains depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive at Heumarkt, Köln; Buses depart from Stadion Osttribüne, Frankfurt a.M. and arrive at Cologne Central Bus Station.How far in advance should I 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 typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of BRL 87. Flights from Frankfurt to Cologne are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of BRL 57Are Frankfurt and Cologne in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Frankfurt and Cologne.