How to travel from Brussels to Cologne

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Compare train and bus for Brussels to Cologne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $31.

Distance: 113 miles (183 km)

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$81

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$28

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3h 29m

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2h 59m

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3h 39m

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3h 9m

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from Brussels to Cologne

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

Our recommendation

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

BlaBlaCar Bus52119
10:30AM3h55
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
02:25PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
$241One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

BlaBlaCar Bus50428
02:10PM3h30
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
05:40PMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
$201One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Eurostar9435
01:25PM1h49
Brussels-Midi
03:14PMCologne Hbf
$1191One-way
0 transfers

Other options

Deutsche BahnICE 15
10:25AM1h50
Brussels-Midi
12:15PMCologne Hbf
$721One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 13
08:25AM1h51
Brussels-Midi
10:16AMCologne Hbf
$721One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 315
12:25PM1h50
Brussels-Midi
02:15PMCologne Hbf
$721One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
04:15PM4h35
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
08:50PMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)
$291One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus50448
03:15AM3h10
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
06:25AMKöln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)
$201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:20AM3h45
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
05:05AMKöln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)
$331One-way
0 transfers
British AirwaysBA387 · BA998
10:15AM5h55
Brussels Airport
04:10PMCologne Bonn Airport
$9971One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Brussels to Cologne

The Best Way According to our Users

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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FAQs: Travel from Brussels to Cologne

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.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Brussels and Cologne including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Cologne is a bus with an average price of $16 (€12).

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

A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Cologne costing on average $31 (€25).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Cologne is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Cologne take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 10m.

The distance from Brussels to Cologne is approximately 113 miles (183 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Cologne is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels and Cologne as scheduled services by train and 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.
  • Buses mostly depart from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and arrive in Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Cologne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, Infobus to go to Cologne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, European Sleeper, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB to go to Cologne by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Cologne with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, Infobus.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, European Sleeper, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCB.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Cologne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cologne and these popular destinations at a great price.
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