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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €35 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Cologne station. However, there are services departing from Brussels - Midi Train Station and arriving at Cologne - Airport Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Brussels to Cologne?

The distance between Brussels and Cologne is 216 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €35 - €150.

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

The train from Brussels-North to Koeln Hbf takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Cologne bus from?

Brussels to Cologne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Brussels - Midi Train Station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Cologne train from?

Brussels to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Cologne?

The best way to get from Brussels to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €50 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Brussels to Cologne bus arrive?

Brussels to Cologne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Cologne - Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Brussels to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Cologne is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Brussels to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Brussels to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Brussels and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Brussels to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Brussels to Cologne by train, bus, night train, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 45m
€35–150
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels to Colognerideshare 208.6 km
2h 47m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 46m
€20–46
Night train
1. Take the night train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
2h 33m
€21–95
Drive 208.3 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Colognecar 208.3 km
2h 7m
€33–47

Brussels to Cologne by train

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Distance: 216.2 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €40–150 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 3h 10m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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