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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Brecht takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. 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.

4h
Duration
290 km
Distance
€62
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Cologne to Brecht train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Cologne and Brecht. The earliest departure is at 7:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Brecht at 6:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)9h 17m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)9h 17m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 16m • 1 change
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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)3h 17m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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.

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  • Distance: 290.3 km
  • Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Brecht, Belgium?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Noorderkempen via Brussels-Nord in around 3h 14m.

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