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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Belgium is to rideshare which costs €10 - €19 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Belgium is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €40 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Belgium?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Belgium station. However, there are services departing from Köln and arriving at Brussels-North train station via Düsseldorf central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Belgium?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Belgium. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Bourse via Gare Du Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Cologne to Belgium?

The distance between Cologne and Belgium is 221 km. The road distance is 207.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Belgium without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €40 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Cologne to Belgium, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Belgium bus from?

Cologne to Belgium bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Düsseldorf central bus station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Belgium train from?

Cologne to Belgium train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Belgium?

The best way to get from Cologne to Belgium is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €40 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €27 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Cologne to Belgium bus arrive?

Cologne to Belgium bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Cologne to Belgium train arrive?

Cologne to Belgium train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Belgium?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Belgium is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Cologne to Belgium.

Where can I stay near Belgium?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Belgium.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Belgium?

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

Cologne to Belgium - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2h 3m
€43–167
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Brusselsrideshare 207.7 km
2h 30m
€10–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Brussels-North train stationbus 081 / ...
4h 6m
€16–27
Train via Bruxelles Midi
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain 79
2h 17m
€40–167
Train #2
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Bruxelles-Nordtrain Nj
2h 49m
€41–77
Drive 207.6 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Brusselscar 207.6 km
2h 8m
€32–47

Cologne to Belgium by train and tram

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.3 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi every 2 hours. Tickets cost €70–120 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Düsseldorf central bus station to Brussels-North train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–27 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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