Train from Cologne to Brussels: Tickets & Timetables
Next available departures
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 5 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
CheapestFastest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 6 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
Cheapest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 7 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)
Cheapest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 8 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
Cheapest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 9 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
Cheapest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 10 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
Cheapest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 11 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)
Cheapest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
Fastest
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Hbf
Brussels South/Midi Train Station
No tags
Next departures from Cologne to Brussels on 12 August
Operated by
Vehicle type
Departure time
Departure location
Trip duration
Arrival time
Arrival location
Recommended
Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)
Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hbf
Brussels North Train Station
Fastest
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 15:52 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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eurostar ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 459
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 833
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 459. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,346. 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 2h 27m, covering a distance of 185 km. 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 4 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 06:09. 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 23 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
03/08
ZAR 1,289
04/08
ZAR 1,287
Today
ZAR 1,291
06/08
ZAR 1,289
07/08
ZAR 893
08/08
ZAR 1,091
09/08
ZAR 1,291
10/08
ZAR 1,291
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on 7 Aug 2026 with a price of ZAR 893
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 893 to ZAR 2,165 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 893, which is on 2026-08-07.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on 7 Aug 2026 with a price of ZAR 893
