Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf train

Cheap train tickets from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jun 11

Cheapest

58

Average

91

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
06:23AM1h53
Brussels-Midi
08:16AMCologne Hbf
581One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
08:25PM1h49
Brussels-Midi
10:14PMCologne Hbf
801One-way
0 transfers
08:25AM1h50
Brussels-Midi
10:15AMCologne Hbf
1061One-way
0 transfers
06:25PM1h50
Brussels-Midi
08:15PMCologne Hbf
1201One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 11
06:23AM1h53
Brussels-Midi
08:16AMCologne Hbf
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08:25AM1h50
Brussels-Midi
10:15AMCologne Hbf
0 transfers
06:25PM1h50
Brussels-Midi
08:15PMCologne Hbf
0 transfers
08:25PM1h49
Brussels-Midi
10:14PMCologne Hbf
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jun 11

Fastest Journey

1 h 49 m

Average

1 h 50 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

184 km

Of the 4 trains that leave Brussels-Midi for Cologne Hbf every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
08:25PM1h49
Brussels-Midi
10:14PMCologne Hbf
801One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
06:25PM1h50
Brussels-Midi
08:15PMCologne Hbf
1201One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
08:25AM1h50
Brussels-Midi
10:15AMCologne Hbf
1061One-way
0 transfers
06:23AM1h53
Brussels-Midi
08:16AMCologne Hbf
581One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf

distanceDistance114 miles (184 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 50 min
priceAverage train ticket price$51 (€45)
changesDirect trainYes
carriersTrain providersThalys, Deutsche Bahn or SNCB | Euronight

Trains from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf cover the 114 miles (184 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 50 min with our travel partners like Thalys, Deutsche Bahn or SNCB | Euronight. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $51 (€45), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $34 (€30). Travelers depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Köln Hbf.

Train companies: Thalys and Deutsche Bahn from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf trains

Travel to Cologne Hbf from Brussels-Midi from $34 (€30) with Omio’s train partners Thalys and Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn
Thalys

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Brussels-Midi and Cologne Hbf. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

  • Cheapest Price: $34

Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.

  • Cheapest Price: $40

FAQs: Trains from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf can start from as little as $34 (€30) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf is $51 (€45); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf train time is 1 h 50 min  covering the 114 mile (184 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf leaves at 5: 23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner  from Omio.
The last train from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf leaves at 7: 25 PM.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Cologne Hbf. Take the fast train with Thalys from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf.
When taking a train from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf, you can count on Thalys, Deutsche Bahn or SNCB | Euronight for the best way to get you to Cologne Hbf. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Cologne Hbf from Brussels-Midi and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
Yes, you can take a night train from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf with SNCB | Euronight. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Köln Hbf, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Cologne Hbf from Brussels-Midi is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app  the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Brussels-Midi to Cologne Hbf by train is March.
However, you have options as you can travel to Cologne Hbf from Brussels-Midi 2 different ways: bus or train.

Trains departing from Bruxelles-Midi

Distance from Bruxelles-Midi to city center
Distance from Bruxelles-Midi to city center
2 miles (3.2 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 05: 45 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Metro lines: 2, 6
Tram lines: 3, 4
Bus lines: 116, 117, 118, 136, 141, 142, 170, 171, 365a, W
Train lines: TGV, ICE, IC, ICD, Eurostar, Thalys
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Brussels Airport
11 miles (17 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit from the station in about 25 minutes via the SNCB InterCity 3710 train.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
ATM
ATM
Located on the main concourse by Platforms 1 and 2.
Taxi
Taxi
Lockers
Lockers
Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking
Parking
Opening Hours: 24/7 Parking space: 1715 (including handicapped parking spaces) Parking Pricing: €4. 00 for 40 minutes (Level -1) | €4. 00 for 40 minutes (Level -2, -3, -4) | €45. 00 for 24 hours (Level -1) | €39. 00 for 24 hours (Level -2, -3, -4)
Dining
Dining
Pullman Hotel Bar | Quick Gare du Midi | Subway | EXKi Zuid | Starbucks | Häagen-Dazs | Sbarro | The Coffee Club | The Belgian Chocolate House | PAUL | & many more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar | SIXT | Virtuo | Avis | Budget | Thrifty
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Trains arriving to Köln Hbf

Distance from Köln Hbf to city center
Distance from Köln Hbf to city center
1.1 miles (1.8 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sat - Sun: 07: 00 - 21: 00
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
U-Bahn lines: U5, U16, U18
S-Bahn lines: S6, S11, S12, S19
Bus lines: 172, 173
Train lines: ICE, IC, EC, FLX, RE, RB
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Cologne/Bonn Airport
9 miles (15 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
Take the S19 train for 14 minutes to reach the airport from the station.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
ATM
ATM
There are various ATMs around the station.
Taxi
Taxi
Lockers
Lockers
There are luggage lockers in the station.
Parking
Parking
Opening Hours: 24/7 Parking space: 410 (including handicapped parking spaces) Parking Pricing: €1. 80 per hour | €18. 00 per day
Shopping
Shopping
Dining
Dining
Asiagourmet | Coffee Fellows | dean&david | Dunkin' Donuts | KFC | McDonald's | Pizza Hut | Nordsee | Starbucks | Schweinske | & more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Avis | Europcar | SIXT
Information Desk
Information Desk
One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected] Com.

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