Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on August 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	3h 56m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14pm	Hbf	4h 36m	4:50pm	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on August 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 3m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 43m	4:50pm	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	No tags
	6:39am	Hbf	1h 59m	8:38am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	6:39am	Hbf	1h 59m	8:38am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:01pm	Hbf	3h 44m	6:45pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	6:39am	Hbf	1h 59m	8:38am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on August 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 3m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	6:39pm	Hbf	1h 56m	8:35pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 43m	4:50pm	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:01pm	Hbf	4h 39m	9:40pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on August 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 3m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	Cheapest
	4:43pm	Hbf	1h 54m	6:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 43m	4:50pm	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on August 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	8h 36m	4:50pm	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	Cheapest
	4:43pm	Hbf	1h 54m	6:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	4:43pm	Hbf	1h 54m	6:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on August 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus		9:01am	Hbf	7h 49m	4:50pm	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus		9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	Fastest

Next departures for Cologne to Brussels on August 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 43m	4:50pm	Brussels Airport BRU (Parking P14)	Cheapest
	4:43pm	Hbf	1h 54m	6:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:01am	Hbf	4h 29m	1:30pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:07pm	Hbf	4h 3m	4:10pm	Brussels North Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	8:39am	Hbf	1h 58m	10:37am	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags
	12:39pm	Hbf	1h 58m	2:37pm	Brussels South/Midi Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 MAD 140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

4h 15mAverage Duration

120 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 140 - MAD 1,178	Average Duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 262 - MAD 1,296	Average Duration2h 27m	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
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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

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

4.3/523 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi4.0

Deutsche Bahn

3.8/510 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Brussels by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Brussels?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Brussels start from MAD 262. The average price for this train route is around MAD 768. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Brussels?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Brussels is 2h 27m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 51m and is operated by Eurostar.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Brussels route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Brussels?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Brussels at 6:09am. And the latest train departs at 9:42pm.
What 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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Brussels?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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

08/04

MAD 734

08/05

MAD 736

Today

MAD 736

08/07

MAD 509

08/08

MAD 621

08/09

MAD 736

08/10

MAD 509

08/11

MAD 734

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Brussels was searched and found on Aug 7, 2026 with a price of MAD 509

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 MAD 509 to MAD 1,231 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 MAD 509 which is on 2026-08-07.