What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Alfter?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Alfter is to bus which costs €16 - €30 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Alfter?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Alfter is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Alfter?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Alfter. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Alfter / Alanus Hochschule via Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Brussels to Alfter?

The distance between Brussels and Alfter is 248 km. The road distance is 224.7 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Alfter without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Alfter without a car is to train and line 18 subway which takes 3h 3m and costs €45 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Alfter?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Brussels to Alfter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Alfter train from?

Brussels to Alfter train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Where does the Brussels to Alfter train arrive?

Brussels to Alfter train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Alfter?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Alfter is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Brussels to Alfter.

Where can I stay near Alfter?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Alfter.

Brussels to Alfter - 4 ways to travel via train, line 18 subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Brussels to Alfter by train, subway, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 18 subway
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the subway from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Alfter / Alanus Hochschulesubway 18
3h 3m
€49–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
4h 47m
€16–30
Drive 224.7 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Alftercar 224.7 km
2h 20m
€35–50
Train, line 18 subway #2
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
2. Take the subway from Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf to Alfter / Alanus Hochschulesubway 18
3h 3m
€24–120

Brussels to Alfter by train and subway

100Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Alfter, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–25 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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