How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Brussels?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from ZAR 403. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,156. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cologne to Brussels?

The average train journey time from Cologne to Brussels is 1h 56m, covering a distance of 114 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Eurostar .

Which train operators serve the Cologne to Brussels route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Eurostar , Deutsche Bahn .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Brussels?

The earliest train from Cologne to Brussels departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 21:42.

Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Brussels?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Brussels?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Brussels?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Brussels?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Cologne to Brussels from ZAR 380 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 1 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:39	Hbf	2h 56m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	CheapestFastest
17:39	Hbf	2h 56m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
17:39	Hbf	2h 56m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 2 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:39	Hbf	2h 56m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Cheapest
15:39	Hbf	2h 56m	18:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
15:39	Hbf	2h 56m	18:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
17:39	Hbf	2h 56m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
17:39	Hbf	2h 56m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 3 June
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	CheapestFastest
08:39	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
08:39	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
12:39	Hbf	1h 56m	14:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 4 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:01	Hbf	4h 29m	13:30	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	16:43	Hbf	1h 52m	18:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	16:43	Hbf	1h 52m	18:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	16:43	Hbf	1h 52m	18:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 5 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:01	Hbf	4h 29m	13:30	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	06:39	Hbf	1h 56m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	3h 56m	16:10	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	06:39	Hbf	1h 56m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 6 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	3h 56m	16:10	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	16:43	Hbf	1h 52m	18:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:01	Hbf	4h 29m	13:30	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	06:39	Hbf	1h 56m	08:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	15:01	Hbf	3h 44m	18:45	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 7 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	09:01	Hbf	4h 29m	13:30	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	18:44	Hbf	1h 51m	20:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	3h 56m	16:10	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	08:39	Hbf	1h 56m	10:35	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	4h 6m	20:20	Brussels North Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:44 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Brussels

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 223, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

4h 20mAverage duration

119 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceZAR 223 - ZAR 1,811	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceZAR 403 - ZAR 2,780	Average duration1h 56m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Brussels?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Train Companies

Eurostar

4.3/522 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi4.0

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/59 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi2.8

BE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Brussels by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Cologne to Brussels?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from ZAR 403. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,156. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Brussels?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Brussels is 1h 56m, covering a distance of 114 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Brussels route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Brussels?
The earliest train from Cologne to Brussels departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 21:42.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Brussels?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Eurostar, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

30/05

ZAR 1,502

31/05

ZAR 1,902

Today

ZAR 1,500

02/06

ZAR 1,297

03/06

ZAR 1,501

04/06

ZAR 1,101

05/06

ZAR 380

06/06

ZAR 1,101

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on 5 Jun 2026 with a price of ZAR 380

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Brussels as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 380 to ZAR 2,183 for a train ticket from Cologne to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 380, which is on 2026-06-05.