The average train between Cologne and Zaventem takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Zaventem. 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 every 4 hours between Cologne and Zaventem. 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 Zaventem at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Zaventem. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Zaventem station via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Cologne to Zaventem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.
Cologne to Zaventem train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Cologne to Zaventem train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Cologne and Zaventem is 173.8 km. The road distance is 226 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–95 and the journey takes 1h 45m.