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(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Cologne Frankfurt am Main

What is the price of a train ticket from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

If you book in advance, you'll benefit from the best rates. Get a good deal by selecting the departure date and time with the most advantageous fares. In the low price section, you can create an alert to be kept informed of our best offers.

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

You should count on average 8h 25m of journey to go from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main by train.

How long does it take for the fastest train to complete the connection from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

The minimum time to travel between Cologne and Frankfurt am Main by train is 8h 17m.

How many Cologne - Frankfurt am Main trains are there per day?

Each day, 4 trains depart from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main.

What time is the first Cologne - Frankfurt am Main train?

If you're an early bird, you can take the Cologne - Frankfurt am Main train at 6h 39m.

What time is the last train to go from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main?

You can also travel later by getting on the last train leaving Cologne at 12h 39m.

Cologne : from which station will I leave?

The trains shown on this page leave from: KOLN HBF

Frankfurt am Main : at which station will I arrive?

This page provides a list of trains whose arrival station is: FRANKFURT AM MAIN HBF

What are the railway companies operate the Cologne - Frankfurt am Main trains?

The trips Cologne - Frankfurt am Main are run by EUROSTAR, DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération.

What services are available on board?

If you travel with Eurostar, you'll enjoy spacious seats and electrical outlets. Enjoy the comfort in peace and quiet, we take care of the rest.

How to buy a cheap Cologne – Frankfurt am Main train ticket?

The price of a Cologne – Frankfurt am Main ticket varies according to many factors: discount cards, SNCF season tickets, the journey dates, the train company...

Cologne – Frankfurt am Main Train Ticket Prices

Depending on the dates of your Cologne to Frankfurt am Main train, the train company operating the route, your chosen class, and any discounts applied to your trip, the price may change. In order to find a cheap Cologne – Frankfurt am Main ticket, check out the SNCF discount cards and passes. From Avantages cards to Interrail and TER passes, there are many options on offer from SNCF Connect to enjoy affordable train travel.

Special Fares for Cologne – Frankfurt am Main

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Last-Minute Cologne – Frankfurt am Main Trains

Depending on the train company, tickets can be booked several months in advance (up to 9 months in advance for OUIGO, for example). If you are not sure about your dates, you can choose to freeze the price you have found for a certain period, depending on your journey and the train company. Even for last-minute tickets from Cologne – Frankfurt am Main, you can find the lowest price by using our train ticket search feature, which lets you see the fares for the next 5 to 7 days at a glance.

Direct Cologne – Frankfurt am Main Trains

For your trip to Frankfurt am Main, if there is a direct train available from Cologne, you will see the word "Direct" below your search results. Trains with connections are marked "Connection". However, direct trains are not necessarily cheaper, as there are many factors to take into consideration.

Companies serving Cologne - Frankfurt am Main

If you're travelling from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Eurostar

Travel at top speeds from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!

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Classes of rail companies serving Cologne - Frankfurt am Main

To travel from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Eurostar

Travel from Cologne to Frankfurt am Main on board a Eurostar train and enjoy a comfy journey by choosing from one of the three classes according to your needs.

Eurostar Standard

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket
  • Space to store your luggage
  • On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
  • Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)

Eurostar Plus

  • Spacious reclining seats with a power socket
  • Space to store your luggage
  • On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free magazines on board
  • 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
  • Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)

Eurostar Premier

  • More spacious seats with a power socket
  • Space to store your luggage
  • Meal served at your seat
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free magazines on board
  • 3 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Access to Eurostar lounges
  • Tickets can be changed or refunded up to 48 hours before departure.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Cologne - Frankfurt am Main

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Cologne to Frankfurt am Main route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Eurostar

  • Online registration

    Are you going to London with Eurostar? Do not forget to check in online before boarding.

  • Wifi on board

    Enjoy free wifi on all Eurostar trains and all travel classes.

  • Onboard luggage

    One of the benefits of traveling on Eurostar is that there is no weight restriction for your luggage to London. For other Eurostar destinations, you can travel with a maximum of 2 bags per person.

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  • A comfortable trip

    Spacious seats, electrical outlets, all the comfort you need for a peaceful trip.

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  • The Eurostar club

    This loyalty program allows you to enjoy exclusive privileges and accumulate points redeemable for a variety of benefits.

  • At table

    You have access to the bar-car! What do we serve you today? You can choose from a wide selection.

  • Travelers with reduced mobility

    Onboard wheelchairs must respect the standards: 75 cm wide, 125 cm high, turning diameter: 150 cm.

Train timetables Cologne-Frankfurt am Main Friday 26 December 2025
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 39m 14h 56m 8h 17m EUROSTAR, DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération
Booking
  • Koln Hbf
    EUROSTAR 9414
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h02
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération 9591
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
8h 39m 17h 03m 8h 24m EUROSTAR, DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération
Booking
  • Koln Hbf
    EUROSTAR 9426
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h05
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération 9553
  • Saarbrucken Hbf
  • Kaiserslautern Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
10h 39m 19h 13m 8h 34m EUROSTAR, DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération
Booking
  • Koln Hbf
    EUROSTAR 9438
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h16
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération 9563
  • Strasbourg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
12h 39m 21h 03m 8h 24m EUROSTAR, DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération
Booking
  • Koln Hbf
    EUROSTAR 9450
  • Aachen Hbf
  • Liege-Guillemins
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h05
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération 9555
  • Saarbrucken Hbf
  • Kaiserslautern Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf