What is the cheapest way to get from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia?

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

Is there a direct bus between Belgium and North Rhine-Westphalia?

No, there is no direct bus from Belgium station to North Rhine-Westphalia. 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 North Rhine-Westphalia?

No, there is no direct train from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia. However, there are services departing from Bourse and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia?

The distance between Belgium and North Rhine-Westphalia is 218 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

How do I travel from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia without a car?

The best way to get from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia train from?

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

Train or bus from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia?

The best way to get from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs €35 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €27 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia bus arrive?

Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where does the Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia?

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

Where can I stay near North Rhine-Westphalia?

There are 1851+ hotels available in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Can I share a ride from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia?

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

Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 26m
€37–182
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
€16–27
Drive 208.3 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Colognecar 208.3 km
2h 7m
€32–46
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Köln Hbftrain Tha
2h 55m
€37–182

Belgium to North Rhine-Westphalia by tram and train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.9 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Belgium and North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–180 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 €16–27 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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