What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €35 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to Cologne Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Brussels-North train station and arriving at Cologne Airport CGN via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

The distance between Brussels and Cologne Cathedral is 216 km. The road distance is 209.9 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €35 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

The train from Brussels-North to Koeln Hbf takes 1h 41m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Cologne Cathedral bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brussels to Cologne Cathedral train from?

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

Train or bus from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

The best way to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Brussels to Cologne Cathedral bus arrive?

Brussels to Cologne Cathedral bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where does the Brussels to Cologne Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Cologne Cathedral is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Cathedral?

There are 1816+ hotels available in Cologne Cathedral.

Can I share a ride from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral?

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

Brussels to Cologne Cathedral - 6 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Brussels to Cologne Cathedral by train, bus, night train, car, train (Eurostar), or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 43m
€35–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels to Colognerideshare 208.6 km
2h 55m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGNbus N870 / ...
4h 9m
€21–36
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
2h 35m
€21–95
Drive 209.9 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Cologne Cathedralcar 209.9 km
2h 10m
€39–57
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Koeln Hbftrain Ice / ...
2h 26m
€39–103

Brussels to Cologne Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 216.4 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Brussels-North train station to Cologne Airport CGN every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–30 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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