The average train between Brussels and Cologne takes 1h 46m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Brussels to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Brussels and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:15 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels station and arriving at Cologne station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 46m.
Brussels to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
Book your Brussels to Cologne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Brussels and Cologne is 182.7 km. The road distance is 216 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Two other operators also service this route.
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