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

The cheapest way to get from Belgium to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belgium to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Belgium and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Belgium station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Köln via Dusseldorf Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Belgium and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Belgium to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bourse and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Belgium to Cologne?

The distance between Belgium and Cologne is 218 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Belgium to Cologne without a car is to train via Gare Du Nord which takes 2h 41m and costs €35 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Belgium to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belgium to Cologne bus from?

Belgium to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Belgium to Cologne train from?

Belgium to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train or bus from Belgium to Cologne?

The best way to get from Belgium to Cologne is to train via Gare Du Nord which takes 2h 41m and costs €35 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €40 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Belgium to Cologne bus arrive?

Belgium to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Belgium to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belgium to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Belgium to Cologne is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Belgium to Cologne.

Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1825+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Belgium to Cologne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Belgium and Cologne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Belgium to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

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

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Train via Gare Du Nord
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 41m
€37–162
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels to Colognerideshare 208.6 km
2h 47m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Düsseldorf central bus stationbus 081 / ...
4h 10m
€29–39
Drive 208.3 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Colognecar 208.3 km
2h 7m
€33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Köln Hbftrain Trn / ...
2h 56m
€37–162

Belgium to Cologne by tram and train

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Distance: 217.9 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Belgium and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–160 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Düsseldorf central bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–26 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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