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 €22 - €35 and takes 5h 7m.

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 €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Frechen and Brussels?

No, there is no direct bus from Frechen to Brussels station. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Brussels-North train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

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 Köln 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 €35 - €75.

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 bus from?

Frechen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Frechen to Brussels train from?

Frechen to Brussels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln 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 €35 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Frechen to Brussels bus arrive?

Frechen to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

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

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There are 5 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 Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
2h 58m
€36–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Brussels-North train stationbus N870 / ...
5h 7m
€23–34
Drive 199.2 km
1. Drive from Frechen to Brusselscar 199.2 km
1h 58m
€37–54
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 7m
€30–108
Train via Brussels-Midi (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
3h 11m
€86–142

Frechen to Brussels by train

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Distance: 226.9 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Brussels-North train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–30 and the journey takes 3h 39m.

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