When traveling between Brussels and Cologne, where do I depart from Brussels and where do I arrive in Cologne?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brussels to Cologne: Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Cologne Hbf.

Which travel companies can get me from Brussels to Cologne?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Brussels to Cologne: You can go to Cologne from Brussels by bus with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Ourbus. You'll see cheap bus tickets for $12 (€11) with Ourbus from Brussels to Cologne on Omio. You can go to Cologne from Brussels by train with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar or Österreichische Bundesbahnen. You'll see cheap train tickets for $18 (€16) with Eurostar from Brussels to Cologne on Omio.

Can I find a direct route between Brussels and Cologne?

Yes, there are direct routes from Brussels to Cologne with the following travel companies: You can find 10 direct buses per day to Cologne with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. You can find 5 direct trains per day to take to Cologne with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar or Österreichische Bundesbahnen. Direct services to Cologne tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

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Travel Information to Cologne from Brussels

Distance	113 miles (182 km)
Available travel modes	Train or bus
Ticket price range	$12 - $18
Cheapest mode	Bus • $12 (€11) • 3 h
Fastest mode	Train • $18 (€16) • 1 h 49 min
Popular travel companies	FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn

Travel 113 miles (182 km) by train or bus to Cologne from Brussels. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Brussels to Cologne.

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from Brussels to Cologne

How to get from Brussels to Cologne by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

The best way to travel from Brussels to Cologne is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

51119

10:45AM3h55

Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)

02:40PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)

$281One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

50428

02:10PM3h30

Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)

05:40PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)

$241One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

9483

09:25PM1h49

Brussels-Midi

11:14PMCologne Hbf

$1191One-way

0 transfers

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Bus

ICE 13

08:25AM1h50

Brussels-Midi

10:15AMCologne Hbf

$981One-way

0 transfers

9423

11:25AM1h50

Brussels-Midi

01:15PMCologne Hbf

$1191One-way

0 transfers

ICE 315

12:25PM1h50

Brussels-Midi

02:15PMCologne Hbf

$1201One-way

0 transfers

6011

05:55PM4h20

Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)

10:15PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)

$421One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

04:15PM4h35

Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)

08:50PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)

$561One-way

0 transfers

50448

03:15AM3h10

Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)

06:25AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)

$421One-way

0 transfers

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How to get from Brussels to Cologne

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Brussels to Cologne, 79,92% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Brussels to Cologne and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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You can travel by travel between Brussels and Cologne with Eurostar, FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

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Eurostar is a high-speed train company operating in Europe, connecting the UK, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany including trains between Brussels and Cologne. It offers a range of services, including Eurostar e320, Eurostar e300, and Eurostar International. The Eurostar e320 is the fastest service, travelling at up to 320 km/h, while the Eurostar e300 is slightly slower, travelling at up to 300 km/h. Both services offer comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets. Eurostar International is a slower service, travelling at up to 160 km/h, but it offers a more luxurious experience with larger seats and more onboard facilities. Eurostar offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Standard Premier, and Business Premier. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Business Premier tickets offer the most luxurious experience. The most popular routes for Eurostar are London to Paris, London to Brussels, and London to Amsterdam. All of these routes offer a fast and convenient way to travel between the UK and mainland Europe.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Brussels and Cologne. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a travel company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the travel include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

FAQs: Travel from Brussels to Cologne

FAQs: Travel to Cologne 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 to Cologne.

There are 2 travel options between Brussels and Cologne. You can take a train or bus.

The cheapest way to travel to Cologne from Brussels is a bus with an average price of $12 (€11).

This is compared to other travel options from Brussels to Cologne:

A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train with an average ticket price of $18 (€16) from Brussels to Cologne.

The fastest way to get to Cologne from Brussels is by train with an average travel time of 1 h 49 min.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes 3 h on average.

The distance from Brussels to Cologne is approximately 113 miles (182 km).

The average frequency per day from Brussels to Cologne is:

Around 12 buses per day.
6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey between Brussels and Cologne as scheduled services by train or bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Brussels to Cologne:

Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Cologne Hbf.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Brussels to Cologne:

You can go to Cologne from Brussels by bus with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Ourbus. You'll see cheap bus tickets for $12 (€11) with Ourbus from Brussels to Cologne on Omio.
You can go to Cologne from Brussels by train with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar or Österreichische Bundesbahnen. You'll see cheap train tickets for $18 (€16) with Eurostar from Brussels to Cologne on Omio.

Yes, there are direct routes from Brussels to Cologne with the following travel companies:

You can find 10 direct buses per day to Cologne with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus.
You can find 5 direct trains per day to take to Cologne with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar or Österreichische Bundesbahnen.

Direct services to Cologne tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

Many of our customers traveling from Brussels to Cologne don't make Cologne their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Cologne are Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam or Frankfurt am Main, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Cologne to any of these top destinations today!

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