How to travel from Brussels to Cologne

Travel from Brussels, Belgium to Cologne, Germany is: Partially open.

Is international entry into Cologne from Brussels restricted?

International entry is currently allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium.

Do I need to self-quarantine upon arrival to Cologne, Germany from Brussels?

• Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
• Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 14 day mandatory self-quarantine
• Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival
• Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival (certificate required)
• Negative COVID-19 test is required to end quarantine early. This test occurs on day 5 in quarantine
• Digital entry registration is required prior to arrival
• The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state

What are the COVID-19 safety measures to follow in Cologne, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed the following measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face mask requirement: Mandatory

The above information was last verified on 12/5/21. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your trip from Brussels to Cologne closer to your planned date of departure here.

Return travel to Brussels, Belgium from Germany is: Partially open.

Are there any travel restrictions on reentering Belgium from Germany?

Entry into Belgium is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany.

Are there requirements to self-quarantine on arrival into Belgium from Germany?

Requirements for reentering Belgium:

• Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 10 day mandatory self quarantine
• Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
• A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition for subsequent release from quarantine. It is tested in quarantine on days 1 and 7
• Travellers issued with the EU Digital COVID Certificate are exempt from quarantine and COVID-19 testing

What are the requirements for social distancing and wearing face masks in Belgium?

All travelers must abide by the following measures in Belgium to reduce the spread of coronavirus in the country:

• Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face masks: Mandatory

The above information about your return travel to Brussels, Belgium was last verified on 12/1/21. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to your planned date of travel to Brussels from Cologne.

There are 2 ways to travel between Brussels and Cologne including taking a bus or train.

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Cologne is by taking a bus. You can find average ticket prices around $17 (€14) compared to other travel options to Cologne:

Taking a bus is usually $6 (€5) less than taking a train to Cologne, which costs on average $23 (€19) for the same trip.

The fastest way to get to Cologne from Brussels is by train with an average travel time of 1 h 50 min.

Other travel options to Cologne can usually take longer:

In comparison, going by bus can take 3 h 30 min   on average.

Cologne is approximately 113 miles (182 km) away from Brussels.

The average frequency per day from Brussels to Cologne is:

• Around 10 trains per day.

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

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

• Most travelers board their bus from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and arrive in Köln, Köln Bonn Airport.
• Most travelers take a train from Bruxelles-Midi to Köln Hbf.

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:

• Flixbus can take you to Cologne by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Flixbus from Brussels to Cologne for $17 (€14).
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Cologne by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Deutsche Bahn Brussels to Cologne tickets on Omio for $23 (€19).

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

• You can find 10 direct trains per day to Cologne with Deutsche Bahn or Thalys.

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 journey.

When planning your trip from Brussels to Cologne, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

• Bus tickets are costing $17 (€14) one way on average.
• Train tickets are costing $23 (€19) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Brussels to Cologne online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.