Next available departures

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 4 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	11:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	13:15	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:30	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 51m	11:16	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	5h 16m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 51m	11:16	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 51m	11:16	Hbf	No tags
	11:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	13:15	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 5 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	17:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 15m	19:40	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	8h	21:40	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 25m	11:50	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 25m	11:50	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 25m	11:50	Hbf	No tags
	11:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 24m	13:49	Hbf	No tags
	11:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 24m	13:49	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 6 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	17:10	Brussels North Train Station	4h 30m	21:40	Hbf	Cheapest
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 47m	12:12	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 47m	12:12	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:30	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 47m	12:12	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	5h 16m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
	13:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	2h 47m	16:12	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 7 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:30	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	18:56	Hbf	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	5h 16m	18:56	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 8 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:30	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	18:56	Hbf	Cheapest
	15:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 49m	17:14	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	3h 41m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
	09:24	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 51m	11:15	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	4h 5m	17:45	Hbf	No tags
	09:24	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 51m	11:15	Hbf	No tags
	09:24	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 51m	11:15	Hbf	No tags
	15:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 49m	17:14	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 9 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	13:15	Hbf	Cheapest
	13:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 49m	15:14	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	11:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	13:15	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55	Brussels North Train Station	4h 1m	14:56	Hbf	No tags
	11:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	13:15	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	4h 5m	17:45	Hbf	No tags
	13:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 49m	15:14	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 10 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	8h 30m	22:10	Hbf	Cheapest
	13:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 49m	15:14	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	11:15	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	11:15	Hbf	No tags
	09:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 50m	11:15	Hbf	No tags
	13:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 49m	15:14	Hbf	No tags
	13:25	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	1h 49m	15:14	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Cologne on 11 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	09:15	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	13:41	Hbf	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	14:30	Brussels North Train Station	4h 26m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	13:40	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	5h 16m	18:56	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 08:29 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brussels to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 47,992, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

4h 15mAverage duration

192 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCOP 47,992 - COP 411,395	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCOP 97,035 - COP 444,650	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

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

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

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

Train Companies

Eurostar

4.3/523 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi4.0

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, ÖBB

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brussels to Cologne 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 Brussels to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Brussels to Cologne start from COP 97,035. The average price for this train route is around COP 226,733. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Brussels to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Brussels to Cologne is 1h 50m, covering a distance of 184 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators serve the Brussels to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Brussels to Cologne?
The earliest train from Brussels to Cologne departs at 06:12. And the latest train departs at 21:25.
Which is the best train operator from Brussels to Cologne?
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 Brussels to Cologne?
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 Brussels to Cologne?
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 Brussels to Cologne?
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

02/08

COP 330,610

03/08

COP 369,193

Today

COP 174,630

05/08

COP 252,258

06/08

COP 135,816

07/08

No data

08/08

COP 252,225

09/08

COP 174,597

The cheapest trip from Brussels to Cologne was searched and found on 6 Aug 2026 with a price of COP 135,816

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

You can expect to pay from COP 135,816 to COP 423,599 for a train ticket from Brussels to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 135,816, which is on 2026-08-06.