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Cologne Hbf to Brussels South Charleroi Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 18 · IC 3831 | On time 7:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h17 | 10:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
ICE 18 · IC 3831 · R 4581 | On time 7:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 10:59 AM Lodelinsart | 2 transfers | |
9426+ 3832 | 8:08 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h21 | 11:29 AM Tamines | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 3832 | 8:08 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 11:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
9426+ 3832 | 8:08 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h42 | 11:50 AM Marchienne-au-Pont | 1 transfer | |
ICE 316 · IC 3833 · R 4583 | On time 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 12:59 PM Lodelinsart | 2 transfers | |
ICE 316 · IC 3833 | On time 9:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h17 | 12:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
ICE 16 · IC 3835 · R 4585 | On time 11:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 2:59 PM Lodelinsart | 2 transfers | |
ICE 16 · IC 3835 | On time 11:25 AM Cologne Hbf | 3h17 | 2:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 · IC 3837 | On time 1:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h17 | 4:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
ICE 314 · IC 3837 · R 4587 | On time 1:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 4:59 PM Lodelinsart | 2 transfers | |
ICE 14 · IC 3839 · R 4589 | On time 3:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h34 | 6:59 PM Lodelinsart | 2 transfers | |
ICE 14 · IC 3839 | On time 3:25 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h17 | 6:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
9474+ 3840 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h44 | 7:50 PM Marchienne-au-Pont | 1 transfer | |
9474+ 3840 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h23 | 7:29 PM Tamines | 1 transfer | |
9474+ 3840 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h36 | 7:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
9486+ 3842 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h24 | 9:29 PM Tamines | 1 transfer | |
9486+ 3842 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h45 | 9:50 PM Marchienne-au-Pont | 1 transfer | |
9486+ 3842 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 3h37 | 9:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne Hbf to Brussels South Charleroi Airport
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Popular train stations from Cologne Hbf to Brussels South Charleroi Airport
Most Cologne Hbf to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trains use the Köln Hbf to Bruxelles-Midi station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne Hbf and Brussels South Charleroi Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
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