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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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 | Cologne/Bonn Airport | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Cheapest | |||||
| Cologne/Bonn Airport | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Fastest | |||||
| Cologne/Bonn Airport | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14) | No tags | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Brussels North Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Cologne/Bonn Airport | Brussels North Train Station | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14) | No tags | ||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Brussels
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Brussels. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 247, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Brussels
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Brussels
- A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium - B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium - C
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium - D
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Brussels by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Brussels?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Brussels start at R 247. The average price for this route is around R 398. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Brussels?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Brussels is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 191 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Brussels route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Brussels?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Brussels at 02:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Brussels?
A bus trip from Cologne to Brussels produces an estimated 4.7608500000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12926 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Brussels?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on 20 Oct 2026 with a price of R 233To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Brussels as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 233 to R 1 398 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Brussels based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 233, which is on 2026-10-20.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
