The average train between Zaventem and Cologne takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Zaventem 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 Zaventem and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zaventem is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 27m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Zaventem to Cologne? 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 Zaventem to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station and arriving at Koeln Hbf station via Koeln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Zaventem to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Zaventem to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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The distance between Zaventem and Cologne is 173.8 km. The road distance is 200 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Eurostar also services this route every 3 hours.