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Cologne to Zaventem trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Zaventem takes 2h 20m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Zaventem. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 20m
Duration
226 km
Distance
€50
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain train 79
2h 8m
€39–83

Cologne to Zaventem train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and Zaventem. The earliest departure is at 7:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Zaventem at 11:55 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 13m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 12m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 10m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 10m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 10m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 42m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 42m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 42m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)2h 43m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 225.6 km
  • Duration: 2h 20m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–80 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB) also services this route twice daily.

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