Traveling to Cologne
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Frankfurt Airport
There are many airlines that fly from the East Coast to Frankfurt, Germany, including Lufthansa, Condor, and United Airlines.
The average flight time is around 8 hours, and there are about 59 direct flights from the United States to Frankfurt every day.
Most flights depart in the afternoon, with 4 PM being the most common departure time. We recommend an evening departure time if possible for all of our US guests so that you have the best opportunity to get some rest and wake up in Germany.
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Frankfurt > Cologne by Train
Most often when we fly in to the area to see our family, we will opt to fly to Frankfurt and take the train to Cologne. The Cologne main train station (featured in the page header image) lets you out smack in the middle of the city right next to the beautiful Cathedral.
If you take the fast ICE train you will arrive in Cologne in about 1 hour. There is a dining cart where it's nice to post up and have a snack, a coffee, or even your first beer as you wait to get to your destination.
The train station is located INSIDE Frankfurt Airport, just follow the signs or ask for directions if you need them and you should be able to find it with little to no issue. Look for these big vaulted glass veilings, their a big giveaway you've made it.
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Koeln Bonn Airport
Much like the flight to Frankfurt, there are any airlines that fly from the United States to Cologne, including Lufthansa, United, Air Canada, and Brussels Airlines.
The flight time is essentially the same and we recommend the same flight time as with the Frankfurt airport flight. It is just the best way to try to get some rest especially with the impending jet lag.
Taking the Train
Nervous to get from the airport to the long distance train station?
For our guests who have either/both never been to Germany or never traveled abroad, this video I happened to stumble upon is a very helpful step by step guide to get you from landing at your gate in Frankfurt, to your bag at baggage claim, through customs, and off to your train! (Remember the big glass dome - it’s your sign that you’ve made it!)
Traveling from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne by train
Want to know how to get from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne take around 46 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 151 Kilometers.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Frankfurt Airport is scheduled to depart at around 04:58. The last departure is usually at around 23:39. This is the same at the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 81 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$13.50.
Is there a direct train from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?
Yes, there is a direct train from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne.
How long does it take to travel from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?
The Frankfurt Airport to Cologne train travel takes about 46 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Frankfurt Airport to Cologne train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cologne leaving Frankfurt Airport at around 04:58 and the last train leaving at around 23:39. This is the same at the weekend.
How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?
The cheapest tickets we've found for trains from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne are US$13.50.
If you book 30 days in advance, tickets will cost around US$30, while the price is around US$39 if you book 7 days in advance.
When should you book your train tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Cologne?
Trains in Germany usually open for booking around 6 months in advance. If booking is not yet open for your travel dates, you can set a booking alert and you'll receive an email as soon as the cheapest tickets are released for your train journey.
Planning on traveling somewhere
after the wedding?
Since you have already come so far to celebrate with us, I know many of our guests have expressed making an adventure of it and going on a little vacation post or pre wedding.
There are so any wonderful options! Even thought October/November may be on the chillier side in some countries, that doesn’t diminish the fun.
If you have questions about traveling elsewhere, shoot us an email!
