How to get from
Cologne to Brussels
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Compare prices to get from Cologne to Brussels
€24|1h 50m
€46|3h 10m
€11|3h 25m
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€65
Deutsche Bahn21:15
2h 20m
23:35
Köln HbfBruxelles Midi
€29
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1 stop
Deutsche Bahn14:38
1h 50m
16:28
Köln HbfBrussels Airport - Zaventem
€80
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Direct
Deutsche Bahn21:02
2h 33m
23:35
Köln HbfBruxelles Midi
€33
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Direct
Deutsche Bahn21:02
2h 34m
23:36
Köln HbfBruxelles / Brussels Central
€37
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1 stop
- Prices shown from Cologne to Brussels are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Cologne to Brussels
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Brussels costs only €15 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 58m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
€25
Average duration
2h 21m
Departure time
11:43 - 23:36
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
€229
Average duration
1h 58m
Departure time
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
€15
Average duration
4h 7m
Departure time
12:20 - 03:25
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Cologne to Brussels?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Brussels?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Cologne to Brussels is Wednesday, with an average price of €21.
€29
€25
€21
€17
What is the cheapest day to travel from Cologne to Brussels by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Cologne to Brussels is Monday, with an average price of €15.
€15
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From Cologne to Brussels: Travel Information
Companies operating from Cologne to Brussels
Find stations and airports near Cologne and Brussels
Popular train stations near Cologne
Heumarkt, Köln
Köln Hbf (Breslauer Platz)
Köln Hbf
Neumarkt, Köln
Severinstr., Köln
Popular train stations near Brussels
ANY BELG. STATION
Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Bruxelles-Congres
Bruxelles-Chapelle
Bruxelles-Nord
Popular airports near Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
Nearby
Popular airports near Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Antwerp International Airport (ANR)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Cologne
Cologne Central Bus Station
Cologne Johannisstrasse
Cologne Ottopl.
Hansaring
Cologne Gummersbacher
Popular bus stations near Brussels
Brussels Blvd Pacheco
Brussels Pachecolaan
Saint-Josse-ten-Noode Rue du Progres
Brussels Nord Station WTC III
Brussels Boulevard du Roi Albert II
FAQ – How to Get from Cologne to Brussels
How far is it from Cologne to Brussels?
It’s about 187 km (116 mi) from Cologne to Brussels.How do I get from Cologne to Brussels?
You can travel from Cologne to Brussels in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Cologne to Brussels?
The fastest way to get from Cologne to Brussels is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 58 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 2h 21m.Buses takes on average 4h 7m.What’s the cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Brussels?
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Brussels is by Buses, with an average price of €15. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around €25 on avergae.Flights costs around €229 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points between Cologne and Brussels?
When traveling from Cologne to Brussels, travelers usually depart from and arrive to the following locations: Flights typically departs from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrives at Brussels Airport , Trains typically departs from Heumarkt, Köln and arrives at ANY BELG. STATION , Buses typically departs from Cologne Central Bus Station and arrives at Brussels Blvd Pacheco .When should you book tickets from Cologne to Brussels to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Cologne to Brussels are usually cheapest (Wednesday), with an average price of €21 Flights from Cologne to Brussels are usually cheapest (Monday), with an average price of €15 .Are Cologne and Brussels in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Cologne and Brussels.