What is the cheapest way to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €35 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) station to Cologne station. However, there are services departing from Brussels - Midi Train Station and arriving at Cologne - Airport Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) and Cologne?

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 Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

The distance between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) and Cologne is 216 km. The road distance is 210.5 km.

How do I travel from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €35 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

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

Where do I catch the Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne bus from?

Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Brussels - Midi Train Station.

Where do I catch the Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

The best way to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs €35 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €50 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne bus arrive?

Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Cologne - Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne?

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

Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne by train, bus, night train, 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
3h 45m
€23–49
Night train
1. Take the night train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
2h 33m
€21–95
Drive 210.5 km
1. Drive from Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Colognecar 210.5 km
2h 10m
€33–47
Train via Welkenraedt
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Welkenraedttrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
3h 16m
€42–82

Bruxelles-Capitale (Region) to Cologne by train

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Distance: 216.2 km
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Bruxelles-Capitale (Region), Belgium and Cologne, 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. 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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