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

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Frankfurt to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Markt Bibart and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Frankfurt to Cologne?

The distance between Frankfurt and Cologne is 359 km. The road distance is 349.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankfurt to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €65 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Frankfurt to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt to Cologne train from?

Frankfurt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Markt Bibart station.

Where does the Frankfurt to Cologne train arrive?

Frankfurt to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt to Cologne is 350 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Frankfurt to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1858+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Markt Bibart to Würzburg Hbftrain Re10
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
4h 27m
€69–264
Drive 349.9 km
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1. Drive from Frankfurt to Colognecar 349.9 km
3h 6m
€50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Markt Bibart to Würzburg Hbftrain
2. Take the bus from Würzburg Main Station to Frankfurt central train stationbus 068 / ...
3. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus
7h
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Neustadt to Nürnberg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Nuremberg Airport (NUE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane NUE - DUS
6h 40m
€118–300

Frankfurt to Cologne by bus and train

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4h 27mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359.4 km
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Markt Bibart, Markt Bibart, and Würzburg Hbf in around 4h 27m.

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