What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt is to bus which costs €24 - €26 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €19 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Messe Frankfurt?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln and arriving at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Messe Frankfurt?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Frankfurt. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt?

The distance between Cologne and Messe Frankfurt is 180 km. The road distance is 176.3 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €19 - €70.

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

The train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Messe Frankfurt bus from?

Cologne to Messe Frankfurt bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Köln station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Messe Frankfurt train from?

Cologne to Messe Frankfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt?

The best way to get from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs €19 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €26 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Cologne to Messe Frankfurt bus arrive?

Cologne to Messe Frankfurt bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB station.

Where does the Cologne to Messe Frankfurt train arrive?

Cologne to Messe Frankfurt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Messe Frankfurt is 176 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt?

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Where can I stay near Messe Frankfurt?

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Cologne to Messe Frankfurt - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cologne to Messe Frankfurt by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
1h 25m
€19–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOBbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2h 22m
€24–26
Drive 176.3 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Messe Frankfurtcar 176.3 km
1h 54m
€26–38
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3h 21m
€108–163

Cologne to Messe Frankfurt by train and foot

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Distance: 179.9 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Messe Frankfurt, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt hourly. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, GrandBus operates a bus from Köln to Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB once daily. Tickets cost €24–26 and the journey takes 2h 3m.

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