Trade fairs · Cologne
Koelnmesse: getting there from CGN on fair days
Koelnmesse is about 15 km from CGN, roughly 20 minutes by car without traffic. Next fairs: imm cologne (19 – 22 Jan 2027), ISM (31 Jan – 3 Feb 2027) — dates from the organiser. A private car from CGN to the fairground costs $105 for a sedan and $225 for a Mercedes, with the same price on fair days and a name sign at arrivals. Prices checked .
- Distance15 km from CGN
- By car~20 min
- Car from$105
- Fair dayssame price
Which trade fairs are on in Cologne in 2026–2027?
| Fair | Dates |
|---|---|
| imm cologne | 19 – 22 Jan 2027 |
| ISM | 31 Jan – 3 Feb 2027 |
| IDS | 16 – 20 Mar 2027 |
| FIBO | 8 – 11 Apr 2027 |
| interzum | 11 – 14 May 2027 |
| Anuga | 9 – 13 Oct 2027 |
How far is Koelnmesse from CGN, and how do I get there?
Koelnmesse is about 15 km from CGN, roughly 20 minutes by car without traffic.
Is a private car more expensive during fairs?
No. Our price is fixed per car and does not change on fair days, at night or at weekends. On opening mornings and in the evening when the halls close, taxi queues get long, which is when a pre-booked car helps most.
Can a driver wait for me while I am at the fair?
Yes. Book a trade-fair chauffeur for 5 hours ($510 sedan, $1,100 Mercedes) or a car with driver for the whole day ($900 sedan). The driver drops you at the entrance, waits or moves you between hotel, fair and dinner.
What if my hotel is far from the fairground?
We drive from any hotel in the region; enter the hotel address in the calculator or send it on WhatsApp. For a group, a minivan (7) or a Sprinter (up to 16) takes everyone at once.
How early should I book a car for fair week?
For big fairs book as soon as your flight and hotel are fixed — at least a few days ahead. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.
Prices for these trips (USD per car)
| Route | Sedan | Minivan (7) | Minibus (Sprinter) | Premium (Mercedes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cologne Bonn Airport to Koelnmesse 15 km · one way | $105 | $140 | $630 | $225 |
| Frankfurt Airport to Cologne 190 km · one way | $475 | $640 | $1,135 | $1,025 |
| Trade-fair chauffeur, 5 hours (any fair city) 80 km · driver waits, back the same day | $510 | $685 | $1,215 | $1,100 |
| Düsseldorf Airport to Messe Düsseldorf 6 km · one way | $90 | $125 | $630 | $200 |
per car, not per person. 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver, or 100% online; full refund if cancelled 24 h+ before pickup. Trips under $100 are paid in full online.
Questions
How much is a car from CGN to Koelnmesse?
$105 sedan, $140 minivan (7), $225 Mercedes — per car, the same on fair days.
Do you meet late flights during fair week?
Yes, at any hour: the driver follows your flight and waits 60 minutes after landing at no charge.
Can the company pay one invoice for several cars?
Write to us before booking with the list of guests and times; we confirm each car and send the booking details for all of them.
Which language does the driver speak?
The standard driver speaks German and English; a Russian-speaking driver is free on request when available. Other languages: ask before booking.
Can I cancel?
Yes — free of charge up to 24 hours before pickup.
Are fair dates on this page final?
They come from the organiser’s website as checked on the date below; organisers can change dates, so check the official page before booking flights.
Sources and checks
- Koelnmesse — all trade fairs — Koelnmesse GmbH · checked
Numbers and dates on this page come from the sources below, checked on 27 October 2026. Rules, timetables and fair dates can change — check the official page before you travel.
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