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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €35 - €170.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Brussels station to North Rhine-Westphalia. However, there are services departing from Brussels - Midi Train Station and arriving at Köln Neumarkt via Köln/Bonn Flughafen Terminal 2 and Köln Porz Markt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and North Rhine-Westphalia?

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 North Rhine-Westphalia?

The distance between Brussels and North Rhine-Westphalia is 216 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €35 - €170.

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

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

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

Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Brussels - Midi Train Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia?

The best way to get from Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €35 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 4h 31m.

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

Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Cologne - Airport Bus Station.

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

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

Can I drive from Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia?

Book your Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near North Rhine-Westphalia?

There are 1862+ hotels available in North Rhine-Westphalia.

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

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

Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Brussels 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 / ...
1h 41m
€35–170
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Brussels to Colognerideshare 208.6 km
2h 47m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 31m
€19–40
Drive 208.3 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Colognecar 208.3 km
2h 7m
€32–46

Brussels to North Rhine-Westphalia by train

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Distance: 216.2 km
Duration: 1h 41m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €35–170 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Cologne - Airport Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €20–40 and the journey takes 3h 10m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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