The average train between Cologne and Brecht takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Brecht. 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 5 times a day between Cologne and Brecht. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 6:44 PM which arrives into Brecht at 9:59 PM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Brecht? 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 Cologne to Brecht. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Brecht station via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Cologne to Brecht train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.
Cologne to Brecht train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Anvers-Central station.
Book your Cologne to Brecht train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Cologne and Brecht is 167.6 km. The road distance is 291 km.
You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Noorderkempen via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Anvers-Central in around 3h 29m.