The average train between Brussels and Germany takes 8h 46m and the fastest train takes 8h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Germany. 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 3 times a day between Brussels and Germany. The earliest departure is at 10:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 6:34 PM which arrives into Germany at 4:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 8h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brussels to Germany? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Germany. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Germany station via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.
Brussels to Germany train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Germany train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at S Spandau Bhf station.
Book your Brussels to Germany train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and S-Bahn Berlin.
The distance between Brussels and Germany is 428 km. The road distance is 772 km.
You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf via Koeln Hbf, Köln Hbf, and S Spandau Bhf in around 7h 21m.