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Taking the train from Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport in 6 hours 19 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 22 minutes to travel the 179 miles (288 km) from Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 19 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 23 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Cologne Bonn Airport? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport by train
| First train | 05:21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:41 | |
| Departure station | Thale Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Cologne Bonn Airport | |
| Journey time | From 6h 19m | |
| Distance | 179 miles (288 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes |
FAQs about the train journey from Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
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Cheap train tickets from Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Thale Hbf to Cologne Bonn Airport by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.