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Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) and Cologne takes 1h 45m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 45m
Duration
216 km
Distance
€60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne train times

Trains run hourly between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Cologne at 11:15 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 1h 49m • Direct
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    train train 1h 41m • Direct
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    train train 1h 43m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 1h 50m • Direct
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    train train 1h 41m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 1h 50m • Direct
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    train train 1h 41m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 1h 50m • Direct
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    train train 1h 41m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 1h 41m • Direct
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    train train 1h 50m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 1h 50m • Direct
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    train train 1h 41m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 45m • Direct
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    train train 1h 42m • Direct
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    train train 1h 50m • Direct
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    train train 1h 41m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne? 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.

Map of how to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 216.2 km
  • Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region), Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Two other operators also service this route.

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