Cologne to Frankfurt

Cologne to Frankfurt

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Best Options

 
$96
 
 
$443

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Cologne to Frankfurt Schedule

Cologne to Frankfurt Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Transferz Business 3pax Any time€ 460.34
Pegasus Airlines Economy 02:20 - 13:25€ 193.29
CD Unreserved 2nd Class Seat 04:22 - 05:40€ 129.83
CD 1st Class Seat 06:55 - 07:50€ 234.19
CD Unreserved 1st Class Seat 08:44 - 09:48€ 243.88
CD 2nd Class Seat 10:18 - 11:31€ 121.54
CD 2nd Class Seat 12:44 - 13:48€ 121.54
CD 2nd Class Seat 15:11 - 16:07€ 114.96
CD 2nd Class Seat 16:00 - 17:23€ 121.54
Eurowings Economy 19:30 - 11:25€ 147.90
Air Serbia Economy 20:55 - 09:10€ 171.87
Turkish Airlines Economy 23:35 - 17:15€ 233.07

Transportation from Cologne to Frankfurt

Facts about the transport from Cologne to Frankfurt

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure3:21 AM
Latest Departure8:44 AM
Departures per day78
Distance181 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCD, Daytrip, Eurowings, Globtour Medugorje, TUI fly Germany

How to get from Cologne to Frankfurt

Travelling between Cologne and Frankfurt is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 442.77 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 95.43.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Frankfurt?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 15 hours to travel between Cologne and Frankfurt depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Cologne and Frankfurt. Train will bring you to your destination in 55m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 14h 35m to reach Frankfurt.

How much does it cost to get from Cologne to Frankfurt?

Travelling between Cologne and Frankfurt can be as cheap as USD 95.43 if you opt for a CD train and as expensive as USD 442.77 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Cologne and Frankfurt ?

  • 60 from Cologne to Frankfurt starting from 03:21 Cologne Hbf until 08:44 Cologne Hbf
  • 18 from Cologne to Frankfurt starting from 00:00 Cologne Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Cologne Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Cologne to Frankfurt.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Cologne to Frankfurt overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Cologne and Frankfurt

Globtour Medugorje

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Cologne and Frankfurt

Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Cologne to Frankfurt?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus