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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Flixbus + Flixtrain | Brussels North Train Station | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Brussels South/Midi Train Station | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Brussels North Train Station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Brussels South/Midi Train Station | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Brussels South/Midi Train Station | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Brussels to Cologne
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 MAD 162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 - B
Bruxelles / Brussels Central
Brussel-Centraal, Carrefour de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - 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
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 MAD 229. The average price for this train route is around MAD 652. 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 10 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.
The cheapest trip from Brussels to Cologne was searched and found on 15 Jun 2026 with a price of MAD 507To 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 MAD 507 to MAD 1,229 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 MAD 507, which is on 2026-06-15.
