The average train between Brussels and Ratingen takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Ratingen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Brussels and Ratingen. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Ratingen at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Brussels to Ratingen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Ratingen. However, there are services departing from Brussels-Nord station and arriving at Koeln Hbf station via Koeln Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Brussels to Ratingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Ratingen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.
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The distance between Brussels and Ratingen is 181.6 km. The road distance is 208 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 1h 41m.