Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,RE,IC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$106

Average price

$117

Fastest journey

2 h 8 m

Average duration

2 h 14 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

184 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Brussels-Midi on Sat, Jul 12, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Deutsche BahnS 19 · ICE 316
09:20AM2h15
Cologne Hbf
11:35AMBrussels-Midi
$1061One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn19 · 316
09:20AM2h15
Cologne Hbf
11:35AMBrussels-Midi
$1061One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnS 19 · ICE 314
01:20PM2h15
Cologne Hbf
03:35PMBrussels-Midi
$1061One-way
1 transfer
Eurostar9414
06:27AM2h08
Cologne Hbf
08:35AMBrussels-Midi
$1241One-way
0 transfers
Eurostar9426
08:18AM2h17
Cologne Hbf
10:35AMBrussels-Midi
$1291One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €32.

Distance: 114 miles (184 km)

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€65

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€20

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2h 27m

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1h 57m

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Additional time*

3h 59m

Average total duration

3h 29m

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Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 12
Last updated at 7:28 PM
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Tickets
eurostar-direct94144:27 AM Cologne Hbf
2h08
6:35 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
eurostar-direct94266:18 AM Cologne Hbf
2h17
8:35 AM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnS 19 · ICE 316
On time
7:20 AM Cologne Hbf
2h15
9:35 AM Brussels-Midi
1 transfer
deutsche_bahn19 · 3167:20 AM Cologne Hbf
2h15
9:35 AM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
deutsche_bahnS 19 · ICE 314
On time
11:20 AM Cologne Hbf
2h15
1:35 PM Brussels-Midi
1 transfer
eurostar-direct94742:17 PM Cologne Hbf
2h18
4:35 PM Brussels-Midi0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi

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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€13)
Distance
114 miles (184 km)
Average train duration
1h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
$40 (€32)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 51m
First train
04:49
Last train
19:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€13)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar and National Express from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi trains

You can travel by train between Cologne Hbf and Brussels-Midi with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar and National Express for as low as $44 (€35). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

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. 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.

Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 53 min
  • Cheapest Price: $50

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Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Brussels-Midi

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The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Brussels.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
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  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
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  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
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  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
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  • One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
The major train station for arrivals in Brussels is Bruxelles-Midi. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bruxelles-Midi for your journey to Brussels from Cologne.
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30
Wifi
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  • Wi-Fi is available for a fee.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
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
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.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Les Lofts De Styliste
  • Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi
  • Pullman Brussels Centre Midi
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.

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