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

The cheapest way to get from Frechen to Brussels is to bus which costs €15 - €26 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frechen to Brussels is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Frechen and Brussels?

No, there is no direct train from Frechen to Brussels. However, there are services departing from Köln Weiden West and arriving at Brussels-Nord via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Frechen to Brussels?

The distance between Frechen and Brussels is 227 km. The road distance is 199.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Frechen to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €40 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Frechen to Brussels, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frechen to Brussels train from?

Frechen to Brussels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Frechen to Brussels?

The best way to get from Frechen to Brussels is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €40 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €26 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Frechen to Brussels train arrive?

Frechen to Brussels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Frechen to Brussels?

Yes, the driving distance between Frechen to Brussels is 199 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Frechen to Brussels.

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

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Where can I stay near Brussels?

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Frechen to Brussels - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Frechen to Brussels by train, bus, car, or train (Eurostar)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain Ice
2h 58m
€42–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Brussels-North train stationbus 081 / ...
5h 5m
€15–26
Drive 199.2 km
1. Drive from Frechen to Brusselscar 199.2 km
1h 58m
€31–44
Train via Aachen
1. Take the train from Horrem to Aachen Hbftrain Re
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
3h 15m
€39–101

Frechen to Brussels by train

49Weekly Trains

2h 58mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.8 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–95 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Brussels-North train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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