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

The cheapest way to get from Zaventem to Cologne is to bus which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zaventem to Cologne is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Zaventem and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Zaventem to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Zaventem and arriving at Köln Hbf via Bruxelles Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Zaventem to Cologne?

The distance between Zaventem and Cologne is 233 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zaventem to Cologne without a car is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 2m and costs €27 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Zaventem to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zaventem to Cologne train from?

Zaventem to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bruxelles Midi station.

Train or bus from Zaventem to Cologne?

The best way to get from Zaventem to Cologne is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 2m and costs €27 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Zaventem to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zaventem to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Zaventem to Cologne is 200 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Zaventem to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1781+ hotels available in Cologne.

Zaventem to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Zaventem to Cologne by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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

Train via Bruxelles Midi
best
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain 79
3h 2m
€28–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
5h 26m
€26–40
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Zaventem to Colognecar 199.8 km
1h 59m
€31–44
Fly, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane BRU - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
2h 29m
€90–223
Train
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
3h 3m
€39–99

Zaventem to Cologne by train

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Distance: 232.8 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–65 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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